New app aims to help teens swap junk food for healthy coping
NCT ID NCT05530538
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This pilot study tests a smartphone app called BrainWeighve that helps teens aged 14-21 with obesity lose weight by replacing overeating with healthier coping behaviors. The study enrolls 38 participants to test the app's feasibility and satisfaction over 4 months. It is an early-stage trial focused on engagement and usability, not yet on proving weight loss.
What this could mean
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Active substance
BrainWeighve smartphone app (behavioral intervention)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a convenient, app-based tool to help teens manage weight and reduce overeating.
What could go wrong
This is a very small pilot study (38 teens) testing feasibility, not effectiveness. The app may not lead to significant weight loss or may not engage users long-term.
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UCLA Marion Davies Children's Center
RECRUITINGLos Angeles, California, 90025, United States
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