Peer mentoring takes on childhood obesity in rural appalachia

NCT ID NCT05758441

Completed Disease control Sponsor: Ohio State University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jul 08, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study tests a peer mentoring program to help rural Appalachian children with overweight or obesity become more active. Over 400 seventh graders will receive virtual mentoring sessions and family support to increase daily physical activity and reduce sugary drinks. The goal is to improve body composition and long-term health habits.

What this could mean

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Active substance: peer mentoring program (Mentoring to be Active plus Family)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could provide a low-cost, culturally tailored way to help rural children become more active and manage their weight.
What could go wrong: This is a behavioral intervention, not a drug, so results may vary widely. The study is still ongoing, and long-term success is uncertain.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Health Behavior morbid obesity Motor Activity obesity disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

BODY COMPOSITION EXERCISE PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

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Locations

Ohio State University College of Nursing

Columbus, Ohio, 43210, United States

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