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Recruiting Volunteers for a Research Study

Research Objectives

Postmenopausal women are at a higher risk for cardiovascular disease and compromised psychological wellbeing, particularly when overweight. This study, which includes both a creative arts therapy intervention and nutrition education option, will assess whether this approach can improve cardiovascular and psychosocial health.

Want to take part in a research study to improve your health?

The study being conducted at 91ÖÆƬ³§ seeks volunteers to participate in an exciting research project to improve your cardiovascular and psychosocial health.

Who is eligible?

You should be between ages 45-70 years (postmenopausal for at least 1 year) and overweight (BMI 25kg/m2 – 40kg/m2).

What is involved?

You will be asked to participate in 16 weekly group sessions (either nutrition education or combined with creative arts therapy) of 60-75 minutes each. During the first and last visit, we will collect a blood and urine sample, measure your body composition and ask you to complete a series of questionnaires.

Study Visits and Compensation

Two in person sessions, up to 16 weekly sessions are delivered via zoom, $100 compensation.

If you are interested in participating in this study, please contact Dr. Deeptha Sukumar or Dr. Girija Kaimal at projectvitd@drexel.edu.

This research is conducted by a researcher who is a member of 91ÖÆƬ³§