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Obesity, Adolescent Clinical Trial in Seattle, WA

Access cutting-edge obesity, adolescent treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Seattle. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by University of Washington

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Seattle

    Convenient for WA residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Seattle site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Obesity, Adolescent Study in Seattle

Investigators will conduct a two-group randomized waitlist-control trial to assess the efficacy of the Wakaya: Rising Up for Choctaw Youth Health program on improving physical activity, reducing sedentary behaviors and improving healthful eating habits as well as delaying or reducing alcohol, tobacco and other drug use. Wakaya is an experiential, outdoor, nature-based program grounded in Choctaw values. It is a multi-level intervention that increases individual motivation and leadership skills to make healthy behavioral choices for behavior and exercise.

Sponsor: University of Washington

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Be enrolled in Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma (CNO)
Live within CNO tribal region for 12 months YES to one of the following:
Consumed sweetened beverages or processed/fast food 2x or more per week; OR
Engaged in excessive sitting or lying around (\>540 min/day) or engage in small screen recreation (\>2 hours/day); OR
Physical activity - spend \<60 minutes/day outdoors or \<2.5 hrs per week in moderate or vigorous physical activity OR spend \<60 minutes a day in moderate or vigorous intensity aerobic activity; OR
Engage in any T.V., small screen/video game recreation (\> 2 hours/day)

Exclusion Criteria

opioid/methamphetamine drug use (2 times or more in past month)
allergic reactions to food (e.g. peanuts), plant (poison oak or ivy) or insects (e.g. bees, fire ants) that caused difficulty in breathing or necessitated hospitalization or caused an anaphylactic reaction
disability that prevents student from walking or from engaging in exercise
aggressive, violent, combative or inappropriate behaviors
inability to follow directions
psychotic symptoms

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Seattle?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT05818384) has an active research site in Seattle, WA that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Obesity, Adolescent Treatment Options in Seattle, WA

If you're searching for obesity, adolescent treatment options in Seattle, WA, this clinical trial (NCT05818384) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Seattle research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced obesity, adolescent specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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