Clinical Relationships/Significance: The prevalence of obesity in the general population is over 30%. However the prevalence of obesity in the VA health system is almost 70%. Since obesity predisposes to several co-morbid conditions such as hypertension, diabetes and cardiovascular disease, it is important to develop interventions that are effective in inducing weight loss. Since apathy plays a large role in the self care behaviours that lead to obesity, treating apathy may improve adherence to weight loss programs