Rural teens get family help for healthier futures

NCT ID NCT06052943

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study offers a family-based program called Health Without Barriers to teens and their families in rural southwest Colorado. The program includes mindfulness training, nutrition and physical activity sessions, and parent education to help prevent chronic health problems like Type 2 Diabetes. Researchers want to see if families find the program acceptable and helpful. About 175 teens aged 11-19 and their families will take part.

What this could mean

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Active substance

Mindfulness-based intervention, parent education, and physical activity

What this could lead to

If successful, this could show that a family-inclusive lifestyle program helps teens in rural areas adopt healthier habits and reduce their risk of chronic conditions like Type 2 Diabetes.

What could go wrong

This is an early-stage study focused on acceptability and feasibility, not on proving health outcomes. The results may not apply to other regions or populations.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Risk Reduction Behavior

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Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Colorado State University

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    Fort Collins, Colorado, 80523, United States

  • Colorado State University Extension

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    Durango, Colorado, 81301, United States

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