NCT05606731 · University of California, Los Angeles
Family Intervention to Prevent Childhood Obesity
What this study is about
Consumption of sweetened beverages, media-viewing, and physical activity patterns are often established during early childhood, and family-based obesity interventions show effectiveness in shaping healthy behaviors and weight outcomes for young children, including Latino children.
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Consumption of sweetened beverages, media-viewing, and physical activity patterns are often established during early childhood, and family-based obesity interventions show effectiveness in shaping healthy behaviors and weight outcomes for young children, including Latino children. Missing from these interventions, however, are methods to increase accessibility and dissemination to multiple family caregivers. The proposed work will use a randomized study design to evaluate the impact a family-based early childhood obesity intervention for Latino families that incorporates evidence-based strategies of in-person childhood obesity interventions, mobile phones, and leverages important determinants of Latino health (e.g. familism, language) in order to decrease ethnic disparities in childhood obesity and cardiovascular risk.
Who can participate
This study lists these criteria on ClinicalTrials.gov. A study coordinator reviews eligibility during screening — this page does not determine whether you qualify.
Inclusion criteria
- Adult caregivers of a young child who:
- self-identify as an individual of Latino descent
- have a 2- to 5-year-old child/grandchild who is overweight or obese, defined as having a BMI\>85% for age and sex
- lives with or cares for the child at least 20 hours per week (the relationship does not have to be biological
- speaks Spanish or English
- ability and willingness to participate in the intervention (determined with a Subject Comprehension and Participation Assessment Tool)
- agrees to complete baseline, 1-, 6-, 12-month post-intervention data collection protocols
Exclusion criteria
- Caregivers of a child with:
- medical conditions related to overweight status such as Prader-Willi Syndrome
- taking weight loss medication
- participating in a weight loss program.
Where
- Los Angeles, California
Frequently asked questions
What is a clinical trial?
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Is it safe to participate?
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Will I be compensated?
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Will I receive a placebo instead of treatment?
When effective treatment exists, participants typically receive either the standard treatment plus the study intervention, or the standard treatment plus placebo. You would not be denied effective care. Placebos are primarily used when no proven treatment is available, or in addition to standard care. Your trial consent form will clearly explain what treatments you may receive.
Can I leave a trial if I change my mind?
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How long does a clinical trial last?
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Data: ClinicalTrials.gov · synced Mar 10, 2025 · Source of record for eligibility and locations