Family-Focused weight program aims to tackle obesity in kids with type 1 diabetes
NCT ID NCT05756361
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests a family-based behavioral program for youth aged 6-17 with type 1 diabetes who are overweight or obese, along with an overweight parent. The program focuses on healthy meal planning, food literacy, and family habits to improve weight and diabetes control. Twenty families will participate, tracking weight and insulin use over time.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- Family-based behavioral treatment focusing on meal planning, food literacy, and healthy habits
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could provide a practical, family-centered approach to help youth with type 1 diabetes and their parents manage weight and improve diabetes control.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small early-stage study with only 20 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The program requires significant family commitment, and long-term benefits are not yet proven.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Conventus
Buffalo, New York, 14203, United States
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