Telehealth treatment for parents of children with autism and obesity
Telehealth Parent-Only Treatment for Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Overweight/Obesity
This study is testing a new online program to help parents of children with autism who are also struggling with being overweight, giving them helpful tips to manage their child's weight from the comfort of home.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Diego NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (La Jolla, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10862879 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a telehealth program that provides treatment specifically for parents of children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) who are also dealing with overweight or obesity. The program, known as Parent-based treatment (PBT), aims to equip parents with strategies to help manage their child's weight effectively. By utilizing a telehealth approach, the program allows for greater accessibility and convenience for families, particularly those who may find it challenging to attend in-person sessions. The study will assess the feasibility and effectiveness of this program in promoting weight loss among children with ASD.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are parents of children aged 0-11 years who have been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and are experiencing overweight or obesity.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder or who are not experiencing overweight or obesity may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved weight management and overall health outcomes for children with autism and obesity.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that parent-based treatment programs can be effective for weight management in children, suggesting that this approach may yield positive results for children with ASD as well.
Where this research is happening
La Jolla, United States
- University of California, San Diego — La Jolla, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Boutelle, Kerri N — University of California, San Diego
- Study coordinator: Boutelle, Kerri N
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.