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Conventional cognitive-behavioural intervention for eating disorders has not shown favourable long-term outcomes in weight management. Recent research has indicated early evidence for using cognitive remediation therapy (CRT-O) for eating disorders including disordered eating behaviours in those living with overweight and obesity. We conducted a feasibility study through a randomized controlled trial (RCT) with 70 young Indian adults with obesity or overweight. We also obtained participant feedback post-intervention, to identify putative contributing factors to the study outcomes.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methodology<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Fifteen young adult participants completed 28 sessions of CRT-O intervention program for their weight management. On trial completion, participants were randomly selected to provide their feedback and experience of their participation. A semi-structured qualitative interview was conducted. Transcripts were semantically coded and thematic analysis was done.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Thematic analysis yielded six themes: 1. gaining new insights into their eating habits; 2. self-reported changes in eating behaviours; 3. self-reported behavioural changes; 4. perceived physical benefits; 5. perceived psychological benefits; 6. perceptions about the CRT-program. The sub-themes that emerged indicated general acceptance of the CRT-O intervention and its potential translation in real life.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusions<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>This study showed improved metacognitive awareness on participants\u2019 eating behaviours. Additionally, the findings indicated that participants developed an improved ability to resist several highly palatable but unhealthy foods. 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All authors contributed to the study\u2019s conception and design. The material preparation, data collection, and analysis were done by Vandhana Susilkumar who also drafted the manuscript. All authors reviewed and approved the final version. The study adheres to the Declaration of Helsinki, with ethical approval from the Saveetha Medical College & Hospital Institutional Ethics Committee (Ref No: 010\/06\/2021\/IEC\/SMCH). Data from the study are available upon request, and informed consent was obtained from all participants.","order":1,"name":"Ethics","group":{"name":"EthicsHeading","label":"Declarations"}},{"value":"This study was performed in line with the principles of the Declaration of Helsinki. 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