Using behavioral nudges to help prevent diabetes in primary care settings
Behavioral Nudges for Diabetes Prevention (BEGIN) Trial in Primary Care
This study is looking at how friendly reminders and support can help adults with prediabetes make healthier choices and use treatments to prevent type 2 diabetes, all while working with health educators in their local clinics.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northwestern University at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10877678 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how behavioral nudges can encourage adults with prediabetes to adopt lifestyle changes and utilize effective treatments to prevent type 2 diabetes. The study will be conducted in primary care clinics, where health educators will provide in-person decision aids, and automated motivational messages will be sent to patients. By focusing on patient-centered approaches, the research aims to make it easier for individuals to engage in healthier behaviors and access necessary treatments. The goal is to determine which intervention is most effective in promoting diabetes prevention.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who are at risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
Not a fit: Patients who are not at risk for diabetes or those who already have type 2 diabetes may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diabetes prevention strategies that empower patients to make healthier lifestyle choices.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that behavioral nudges can be effective in promoting health behavior changes, although this specific application for diabetes prevention is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, United States
- Northwestern University at Chicago — Chicago, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: O'brien, Matthew James — Northwestern University at Chicago
- Study coordinator: O'brien, Matthew James
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.