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Using Executive Function to Predict Outcomes and Adherence in Family-based Behavioral Weight Management
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Family-based Behavioral Treatment (FBT) for Pediatric Obesity and Executive Function. Completed, enrolled 34 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
We plan to examine whether child and parental cognitive/executive function predict body composition outcomes and adherence to a 6-month protocol of Family-Based Behavioral Treatment (FBT), for pediatric obesity. Our objectives are to: (1) examine the effects of parent and child complex cognitive functions on treatment outcomes and adherence in a 6-month FBT program for obesity in a diverse group of children aged 8-12 (total of 16 child-parent pairs), and (2) examine the strength of the relationship between parent and child cognitive function. We hypothesize that children with poorer executive function, and those who have parents with poorer executive function, will have poorer body composition and adherence outcomes.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Family-based behavioral treatment (FBT) involves working with children and caregivers to modify diet and physical activity using behavioral strategies such as problem solving, goal setting, and self-monitoring. Children and caregivers will meet in group format on a weekly basis for 6 months. There will be 24 group session total, covering a variety of topics including nutrition, physical activity, and other aspects of health and wellness.