Web-Based family program shows promise in tackling childhood obesity in vietnam
NCT ID NCT07641452
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a culturally adapted online program for families with overweight or obese children aged 7-9 in Vietnam. The program aimed to improve parents' confidence and healthy role modeling, and children's eating habits, physical activity, and body measurements. Sixty families participated, comparing the online program to standard health materials, with follow-ups after the program and four months later.
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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60 people
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- Started
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Aug 2025
- Finished
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Feb 2026
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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18 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Parents of children aged 7-9 years with a BMI-for-age z-score ≥ +1 standard deviation (SD) according to the World Health Organization growth reference. * Willingness to participate in a web-based program, including attending online workshops and completing behavioral tasks and assessment. * Availability of the internet and digital devices necessary to engage in the web-based program. * Parents who were responsible for the child's daily health-related routines, including meals, physical activity, and screen-time management. Exclusion Criteria: * Children with chronic medical conditions, physical disabilities, or developmental disorders that significantly affect dietary or physical activity behaviors or growth. * Parents who are unable to commit to the study timeline or program schedule. * Families already participating in another obesity-related program.
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Locations
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Hai Phong Medical University
Haiphong, Hai Phong, 180000, Vietnam
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