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June 1, 2013 | Journal Article
This study examined whether the mean number of calories purchased by consumers decreased after the regulation to include caloric information on menus was implemented.
November 1, 2006 | Program Results Report
Between 2000 and 2005, researchers associated with the Behavior Change Consortium conducted a study designed to help move behavior change interventions from research settings into community settings.
March 13, 2012 | Program Results Report
The University of Colorado at Boulder's Center for the Study and Prevention of Violence replicated and evaluated two violence prevention programs: the Good Behavior Game (used in first or second grade) and CASASTART (for adolescents aged 11-13).
December 1, 2013 | Issue Brief
The brief describes related policy implications and discusses current efforts by industry and advocates aimed at changing child-directed marketing practices by fast-food companies.
August 1, 2013 | Journal Article
State physical education laws with specific time requirements may increase attendance in physical education classes and overall physical activity particularly among girls.
June 6, 2013 | Journal Article
Parks are an integral part of a favorable built environment, and several studies have found a positive association between a favorable built environment and physical activity.
National Program
To work with elected and appointed officials to create and promote healthier communities.
February 28, 2013 | Report
A report from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation’s Bridging the Gap program finds that progress to improve school district wellness policies has stalled.
February 4, 2013 | Program Results Report
From 2001 to 2009, 25 community partnerships across the country pursued projects designed to revamp the built environment and change public policies to make physical activity part of everyday life.
March 1, 2010 | Journal Article
This article examines the influence of cost on patient use of behavioral counseling services. Smoking and obesity are two major public health challenges, but few health insurance plans cover counseling services to help individuals lose weight or stop smoking. Little is known about how the cost of behavioral counseling services affects the consumption of such services.