Creating an eHealth platform to promote healthy habits in disadvantaged adolescents
A Randomized Controlled Trial to Evaluate the Implementation of an eHealth Platform for Promoting Healthy Habits Among Adolescents From Socially Disadvantaged Settings: the ePro-Schools Project
This study is testing a new online platform to see if it can help disadvantaged teens aged 12-15 in Central Catalonia adopt healthier habits, like being more active and eating better.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 1000 (estimated) |
| Ages | 11 Years to 16 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Fundació Sant Joan de Déu Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Sant Boi de Llobregat, Barcelona) |
| Trial ID | NCT06792461 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This project aims to co-design and evaluate an eHealth platform that promotes healthy habits among adolescents aged 12-15 from socially disadvantaged settings in Central Catalonia. The intervention involves a randomized controlled trial comparing a comprehensive digital platform with basic health information to assess its impact on physical activity levels and dietary habits. Participants will include adolescents and physical education teachers from selected secondary schools, who will collaborate in the design and implementation of the platform. The study seeks to fill existing gaps in public health policies tailored for this demographic.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adolescents aged 12-15 attending secondary schools in socially disadvantaged settings in Central Catalonia.
Not a fit: Patients who do not attend the targeted schools or those whose parents/legal guardians do not provide consent will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this initiative could significantly improve the physical activity and dietary habits of adolescents from disadvantaged backgrounds.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited research specifically targeting this demographic with a digital platform, similar interventions have shown promise in improving health behaviors in adolescents.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria Adolescents: * Students enrolled in 1st, 2nd, or 3rd year of ESO (ages approximately 11-16) at participating secondary schools located in the Central Catalonia region, particularly those in socially disadvantaged settings. * All genders will be eligible. * Written informed consent must be provided by both the adolescent and their parent(s)/legal guardian(s). Physical Education Teachers: * Physical education teachers currently working at the participating secondary schools. * Must be 18 years of age or older. * Must provide written informed consent to participate. Exclusion Criteria * Individuals (adolescents or teachers) who do not provide written informed consent will be excluded. * No other exclusion criteria will be applied.
Where this trial is running
Sant Boi de Llobregat, Barcelona
- Parc Sanitari Sant Joan de Déu — Sant Boi de Llobregat, Barcelona, Spain (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Rodrigo Antunes Lima, PhD — Fundació Sant Joan de Déu
- Study coordinator: Rodrigo Antunes Lima, PhD
- Email: rodrigoantunes.lima@sjd.es
- Phone: +34 93 640 63 50
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.