Family-based lifestyle intervention for mental health and chronic disease prevention
Family-Inclusive Lifestyle Intervention for Teenagers in Rural Colorado
This study is testing a family program that helps teens and their families in rural Colorado adopt healthier habits and manage stress to see if it improves their mental and physical health.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 175 (estimated) |
| Ages | 11 Years to 19 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Colorado State University Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Durango, Colorado and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06052943 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This intervention aims to reduce health inequities by providing a tailored family-based program that promotes healthy lifestyle habits and stress management for adolescents and their families in rural Southwest Colorado. The program consists of 12 sessions delivered over 6 weeks, focusing on physical activity, nutrition, mindfulness training, and family education. It is designed to engage families in activities that support adolescent mental health and healthy weight management, with ongoing adaptations based on participant feedback. The study will evaluate the program's effectiveness in improving mental and physical health indicators among participants.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include families with at least one teenager aged 11-19 living in La Plata, Montezuma, or Archuleta Counties.
Not a fit: Patients with severe emotional-behavioral disturbances or other medical conditions that could interfere with their safety or participation may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly improve mental health and reduce the risk of chronic diseases in adolescents and their families.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success with community-based lifestyle interventions, indicating potential for positive outcomes in similar approaches.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: Families must have at least 1 teen that is between the ages of 11-19 years old and reside in La Plata, Montezuma, or Archuleta Counties. Exclusion Criteria: * Participants will not take part in the program and/or research activities if they have a medical and/or psychological/behavioral condition that, in the opinion of the Colorado State University/Extension program team, could interfere with safety for themselves or others or interfere with the capability of the participant or other participants to potentially benefit from the program (e.g., severe emotional-behavioral disturbance, inability to follow facilitator directions) . * Parents/guardians will not take part in the program and/or research activities if they have a medical and/or psychological/behavioral condition that, in the opinion of the Colorado State University/Extension program team, could interfere with safety for themselves or others or interfere with the capability of their family or other participating families to potentially benefit from the program (e.g., using drugs or alcohol or under the use of drugs/alcohol during program sessions, aggressive or inappropriate behavior toward other participants).
Where this trial is running
Durango, Colorado and 1 other locations
- Colorado State University Extension — Durango, Colorado, United States (Recruiting)
- Colorado State University — Fort Collins, Colorado, United States (Active_not_recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Lauren B Shomaker, PhD
- Email: lauren.shomaker@colostate.edu
- Phone: 970-491-3217
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.