Improving sleep to prevent obesity in children
Feasibility and Preliminary Efficacy of a Brief Behavioral Sleep Intervention for Excessive Weight Gain Prevention in Primary Care
This study is looking at a short program to help kids get better sleep so they can maintain a healthy weight, especially for those who might be at higher risk due to their background.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Temple Univ of the Commonwealth NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11056832 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates a brief behavioral intervention aimed at enhancing sleep duration in children to prevent excessive weight gain. By focusing on primary care settings, the study seeks to reach children who may be at higher risk for obesity due to socioeconomic and racial disparities. The intervention will involve strategies to improve sleep habits, which are linked to healthier weight management. The approach is based on existing evidence that better sleep can lead to improved eating behaviors and weight outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include children aged 6-11 years who are at risk for obesity and may have insufficient sleep.
Not a fit: Patients who are already diagnosed with obesity or have severe sleep disorders may not benefit from this intervention.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide a novel and effective method for preventing obesity in children by improving their sleep patterns.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promising results in adult populations regarding sleep interventions and weight management, but this approach in children is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
Philadelphia, United States
- Temple Univ of the Commonwealth — Philadelphia, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hart, Chantelle Nobile — Temple Univ of the Commonwealth
- Study coordinator: Hart, Chantelle Nobile
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 below.