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Can a Choose-Your-Own-Adventure comic help kids eat better and move more?

NCT ID NCT07820735

Prevention Sponsor: Tufts University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Sep 15, 2026 · Last updated Sep 16, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

Researchers at Tufts University are testing whether an interactive, customizable digital comic can help Black and Latino children ages 8 to 12 develop healthier eating and physical activity habits. The comic lets children make choices that change the story and health messages they see. Caregivers receive newsletters with tips for healthy habits at home. The trial compares three versions: a customizable comic, a standard comic, and standard health information alone, to see which keeps children and parents most engaged and whether that engagement improves confidence in making healthy choices.

What this could mean

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Active substance
an interactive, customizable digital comic and health newsletter program
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a low-cost, engaging way to help children build healthy eating and activity habits early, potentially reducing obesity risk.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage behavioral study with 180 children, so it may not show clear effects on behavior or health. Digital tools often struggle to hold attention, and self-reported habits may not reflect real change.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 180 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Expected to start

Sep 2026

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Expected to finish

Jun 2027

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

8 to 12 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria (child): * Self-identifies as Black/AA and/or Latino * Between the ages of 8 and 12 (preadolescents) at the time enrollment * Reads and speaks in English * Has regular internet access via a tablet device, smartphone, or computer/laptoP * Has regular access to a phone with texting capability * Is comfortable reading/viewing material on electronic devices * Is comfortable speaking with study staff about thoughts/experiences while participating in the study * Is part of a household with low income * Resides in New York City * At least one of their current diet and PA-related behaviors do not meet the current recommendations for a healthy lifestyle * Has a legal parent/guardian willing to participate in the study Inclusion Criteria (parent) * Legal parent/guardian of child willing to participate in the study * Reads and speaks in English or Spanish * Primarily responsible for preparing/purchasing food for child * Has regular internet access via a tablet device, smartphone, or computer/laptop * Has regular access to a phone with texting capability * Comfortable reading/viewing material on electronic devices * Able to complete online questionnaires with their child over the full duration of the study * Is part of a household with low income * Resides in New York City. Exclusion Criteria (child): * has allergies, food aversions, food disorders, or medications with side-effects that may impact participation in study * has a pacemaker or heart condition * in foster care

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Conditions

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Feeding Behavior Motor Activity Obesity obesity disorder Overweight

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Childhood Diet habits Digital health intervention Engagement Obesity & overweight Physical activity

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