Research on "weight loss camps" (often referred to academically as residential weight-management programs) frequently explores their psychological and physical impacts, primarily on children and adolescents. Notable Research Papers & Studies

: Camps are generally "highly effective" for immediate weight loss and improving blood pressure and fitness (e.g., 1-mile run times).

: A common critique in the literature is the "rebound effect," where weight may be regained once the individual returns to their home environment, emphasizing the need for long-term behavior change support. Embodied resocialization at a children’s weight loss camp

: Published in PMC , this study evaluated how factors like self-esteem and body image change during a camp stay.