Monitoring and adaptation of a system dynamics approach to prevent childhood overweight and obesity: findings from the LIKE programme

Naomi de Pooter, Angie Luna Pinzon, Karen den Hertog, Teatske M. Altenburg, Vincent Busch, S. Dijkstra, Helga Emke, Meredith L. Overman, Carry M. Renders, Jacob C. Seidell, Arnoud P. Verhoeff, Mai J. M. Chinapaw, Karien Stronks, Wilma Waterlander

Using LIKE as a case study, this study provides an example of the output of a system dynamics action programme. We show how leverage points can be used as a starting point to develop action ideas that target lower and higher system levels. This demands monitoring and evaluation that facilitates continuous customization of the programme.