WeChat weight program shows promise for kids with autism
NCT ID NCT07514910
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether a 16-week lifestyle program delivered through WeChat could help children with autism (ages 8-12) manage their weight. 276 families were split into three groups: usual care, the WeChat program alone, or the program plus weekly group coaching. The main goal was to see if the program could reduce BMI z-scores, a measure of weight relative to age and sex.
What this could mean
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Active substance
WeChat-based lifestyle intervention (behavioral)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could offer a scalable, low-cost way to help children with autism maintain a healthy weight.
What could go wrong
This is a completed trial, but results may not apply outside China or to children with different needs. The intervention is behavioral, so effects may vary.
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Locations
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Shanghai University of Sport
Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, 200438, China