New program tackles stress to boost exercise in overweight black teens

NCT ID NCT07176234

ENROLLING_BY_INVITATION Disease control Sponsor: University of South Carolina Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a family-based program called LEADS for overweight African American teens and their parents. The program teaches stress-coping skills, mindfulness, and positive parenting to help teens become more physically active. Researchers will measure changes in daily exercise, weight, and well-being in 330 families.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: behavioral intervention (stress coping skills, mindfulness, positive parenting, physical activity promotion)
What this could lead to: If successful, this program could offer a practical, family-based way to help African American teens become more active and manage weight, reducing future health risks.
What could go wrong: This is a relatively early-stage study (Phase NA) with 330 participants. The intervention is complex and may not work for all families, and long-term effects beyond 6 months are unknown.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Motor Activity obesity disorder Pediatric Obesity

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

CHILDHOOD OBESITY OBESITY, CHILDHOOD PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Contacts and locations

Locations

M.H. Newton Family Life Enrichment Center

Sumter, South Carolina, 29150, United States
University of South Carolina

Columbia, South Carolina, 29208, United States

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