Adapting a weight management program for teens with type 1 diabetes
Official title: Adapting an Adolescent Weight Management Program for a Type 1 Diabetes Population
Funded at Miriam Hospital · NIH-11097261 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is creating a special weight management program just for teens with type 1 diabetes who are also struggling with being overweight, helping them tackle their unique challenges in a friendly and supportive way.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Miriam Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Providence, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2022 |
| Project end | May 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $185,734 |
| NIH project number | 5K23DK132457-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-11097261 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents aged 12-18 who have type 1 diabetes and are classified as overweight or obese.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have type 1 diabetes or who are not classified as overweight or obese may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to modify an existing weight management program specifically for adolescents with type 1 diabetes who are also dealing with overweight or obesity. The program will address unique challenges faced by these teens, such as managing calorie intake and preventing disordered eating behaviors. By using a structured framework, the study will develop and test the effectiveness of this adapted intervention, ensuring it is both feasible and acceptable to participants. The goal is to create a supportive environment that helps these adolescents achieve healthier weight management.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide a tailored approach to weight management that improves health outcomes for adolescents with type 1 diabetes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in adapting behavioral interventions for specific populations, indicating potential for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Miriam Hospital
Providence, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Warnick, Jennifer Lynn — Miriam Hospital
- Study coordinator: Warnick, Jennifer Lynn
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.