Family-focused lifestyle intervention to prevent diabetes in Latino families

Preventing Diabetes in Latino Families

Not applicable Interventional Arizona State University · NCT05228522

This study tests a 16-week program aimed at helping Latino families at risk for diabetes improve their health and quality of life together.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment132 (estimated)
Ages10 Years to 99 Years
SexAll
SponsorArizona State University Academic / other
Locations1 site (Phoenix, Arizona)
Trial IDNCT05228522 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a 16-week lifestyle intervention designed for high-risk Latino families to reduce risk factors for type 2 diabetes and enhance quality of life. The intervention is based on a culturally-grounded Ecodevelopmental model that takes into account various factors influencing health behaviors within family and community contexts. By comparing families participating in the intervention to control families, the study seeks to understand the impact of family dynamics on health outcomes. Integrative Mixed Methods will be employed to gather comprehensive data on the intervention's efficacy.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include Latino children aged 10-16 years who are classified as obese and their parents.

Not a fit: Patients who are currently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes or have conditions affecting metabolism may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes in Latino families and improve their overall quality of life.

How similar studies have performed: While lifestyle interventions have shown success in various adult populations, this family-focused approach specifically targeting Latino communities is novel and has not been extensively tested.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion/Exclusion Criteria - Children

Inclusion

* Latino: self-report
* Age: 10-16 years
* Obesity: BMI ≥ 95th percentile for age and sex

Exclusion

* Type 2 diabetes: (standard American Diabetes Association criteria)
* Taking medication(s) or diagnosed with a condition that influences carbohydrate metabolism, physical activity, and/or cognition
* Currently enrolled in (or within previous 12 months) a formal diabetes prevention or weight loss program
* Self-identify as American Indian
* Unstable depression or other mental health condition that may impact QoL

II. Inclusion/Exclusion Criteria - Parents

Inclusion

• Parent of a child who meets the above child inclusion/exclusion criteria

Exclusion

* Currently enrolled in (or within previous 12 months) a formal diabetes prevention or weight loss program
* Self-identify as American Indian

Where this trial is running

Phoenix, Arizona

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Type 2 DiabetesObesityPediatric Obesity
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