๐ฌIn plain words
What the trial is, and whether it could suit you
This pragmatic randomized clinical trial tests a novel intensive health behavior and lifestyle intervention, conducted via telehealth, to treat class I adolescent obesity in pediatric primary care. Results will inform scalable approaches that meet the recommended treatment dose and effectively treat obesity in this setting.
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๐ Eligibility rules (as published)
Adolescent Inclusion Criteria:
* English or Spanish-speaking
* 12-15 years of age
* Receiving care at a participating clinic
* Body Mass Index (BMI) โฅ95% and \<120% of the 95%
* Access to a mobile device with a webcam that can receive texts
Parent Inclusion Criteria:
* English or Spanish-speaking
* Primary legal guardian โฅ18 years of age living with the adolescent
Exclusion Criteria:
* conflicts that would inhibit the ability to participate in all aspects of the study as outlined in the study protocol
* family plans to move outside of the study area or plans to no longer be a patient at a participating clinic in the 12 month study period
* the primary care provider or PI determines that the study is not clinically or medically appropriate (e.g., significant psychiatric, cognitive, physical or developmental conditions that would impair their ability to complete assessments, participate in study sessions, or conduct physical activity) based on screening at study onset
* adolescent exhibits severe dietary restriction or compensatory behavior (e.g., vomiting, laxative abuse) based on screening at study onset and clinical interview by a study psychologist
* adolescent is currently pregnant/plans to become pregnant during study period
* adolescent is participating in another weight loss program, has had or plans to undergo weight loss surgery
* adolescent has a chronic medical condition(s) and/or uses medication that substantially impacts or interferes with growth, appetite, weight or physical activity participation
* adolescents taking anti-obesity medication are ineligible if they are not a stable dose for at least 3 months prior to study participation
Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU Healthy Lifestyles Center
Henrico, United States
๐ค Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible โ always decide together with your own doctor.