This study was designed to determine if the Deming approach to monitoring manufacturing processes could be successfully adapted to monitoring lifestyle processes. This study tested a new self-monitoring instrument that provides quick, accurate, personal feedback. The usability of this new instrument was tested. Validity of the instrument was established through review by experts in appropriate lifestyle management disciplines.The pilot test of this new instrument was done in a program with a convenience sample of 29 people who used the instrument for 28 days. A high percentage of the participants used the instrument and found the instrument to be helpful in developing a healthy lifestyle, although they desired a less cumbersome format. It is recommended that the instrument be adapted for use in lifestyle change programs. / Institute for Wellness
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:BSU/oai:cardinalscholar.bsu.edu:handle/184540 |
| Date | January 1992 |
| Creators | Becker, Craig M. |
| Contributors | Ball State University. Institute for Wellness., Gobble, David C. |
| Source Sets | Ball State University |
| Detected Language | English |
| Format | v, 74 leaves ; 28 cm. |
| Source | Virtual Press |
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