Understanding food behaviors in individuals with Smith-Magenis Syndrome
REFINING METRICS OF FOOD BEHAVIOR IN SMITH-MAGENIS SYNDROME
This study is looking at how people with Smith-Magenis Syndrome think and feel about food, so we can create a better way to understand their eating habits and help improve their health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Baylor College of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10690665 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the food-related behaviors of individuals with Smith-Magenis Syndrome (SMS), a condition often associated with obesity and various comorbidities such as anxiety and sleep disorders. The study aims to develop and validate a clinical measure that accurately captures the unique food behaviors exhibited by this population, which may include preoccupation with food and emotional responses related to food availability. By addressing the inadequacies of existing questionnaires, the research seeks to provide a more tailored assessment of food-related behaviors in SMS, which is crucial for improving clinical trials targeting obesity and its associated conditions. The findings could lead to better understanding and management of food intake issues in individuals with SMS.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with Smith-Magenis Syndrome, including both children and adults.
Not a fit: Patients without a diagnosis of Smith-Magenis Syndrome or those who do not exhibit food-related behavioral issues may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved assessment tools that help manage obesity and related health issues in individuals with Smith-Magenis Syndrome.
How similar studies have performed: While there is ongoing research into obesity in SMS, this specific approach to refining food behavior metrics is novel and has not been extensively tested.
Where this research is happening
Houston, United States
- Baylor College of Medicine — Houston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sisley, Stephanie Renee — Baylor College of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Sisley, Stephanie Renee
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.