Can family coaching cut diabetes risk? pilot study targets high-risk communities

NCT ID NCT07675551

First seen Jun 30, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This pilot study tests whether a family-centered health and wellness coaching program can help prevent type 2 diabetes in South Asian and Black African/Caribbean families in Ontario, Canada. Each family dyad includes an adult caregiver and a youth aged 14–24. Participants receive biweekly coaching sessions, motivational messages, and optional group sessions over six months. The study measures feasibility, acceptability, and early signs of effectiveness on diabetes risk and quality of life.

What this could mean

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Active substance

health and wellness coaching

What this could lead to

If effective, this coaching program could offer a community-based way to reduce type 2 diabetes risk in high-risk families.

What could go wrong

This is a small pilot study focused on feasibility, not proof of effectiveness. Results may not apply to other groups or regions.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

diabetes mellitus Feeding Behavior Health Behavior Motor Activity Psychological Well-Being type 2 diabetes mellitus prevention target

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Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Punjabi Community Health Services (PCHS)

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    Brampton, Ontario, L6T 3T6, Canada

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  • Wellfort Community Health Services

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    Brampton, Ontario, L6T 3J1, Canada

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