MyDietStudy - An Observational, Longitudinal, Psycho-Biological Study of Dieting in Young People

You are invited to take part in a research study – the first of its kind – investigating the natural dieting patterns/habits for young people. The aim of the study is to understand and identify what factors (biological and psychological) impact a person’s experience of dieting. This study does not provide specific dieting advice, and it does not matter if you decide to change your diet or stop dieting, we would just like the opportunity to follow you on your journey.
You will be asked to complete a number of online questionnaires, once a month for 6 months. We would also like you to keep some online diaries, one week a month. 

You may be eligible to participate in this study if you:

• aged 16-25 years
• intend to start a diet lasting longer than a couple of weeks
• have your own device/computer with internet access
• able to read/write in English

Exclusion criteria:

• pregnant or lactating
• clinically diagnosed gastrointestinal disorder
• formal diagnosis of malnourishment or BMI < 17.5
• major medical condition that requires diet compliance
• clinically diagnosed eating disorder or screen at risk of an eating disorder
  

If you are interested in assisting with this important and exciting area of research, Head to https://www.mydietstudy.com.au/ to find out more and participate or please contact the study facilitator: melissa.pehlivan@sydney.edu.au