Using daily self-weighing to help adolescents manage obesity
Self-weighing for Weight Management in Adolescents with Obesity
This study is looking at how weighing yourself at home every day can help teenagers with obesity manage their weight better, by combining this practice with support from healthcare providers to encourage healthier eating and more physical activity.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Minnesota NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Minneapolis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10917146 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how daily self-weighing at home can support adolescents with obesity in managing their weight. By integrating self-monitoring with clinical care and electronic health records, the study aims to enhance self-awareness and accountability among participants. The approach is based on behavioral modification strategies that encourage dietary and physical activity changes. The research will assess the feasibility, acceptability, and safety of this method, as well as its potential impact on weight loss and maintenance in adolescents seeking obesity treatment.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents aged 12 to 20 years who are struggling with obesity and seeking treatment.
Not a fit: Patients who are not adolescents or those who do not have obesity may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide adolescents with effective tools for weight management, potentially leading to improved health outcomes and quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that self-weighing can be effective for weight management in adults, but this approach has not been extensively tested in adolescents.
Where this research is happening
Minneapolis, United States
- University of Minnesota — Minneapolis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bramante, Carolyn T — University of Minnesota
- Study coordinator: Bramante, Carolyn T
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.