Dyad Plus Effectiveness

Description

The purpose of this research is to determine the effectiveness of a coordinated program (Dyad Plus) that would help to facilitate self-monitoring, positive communication, joint problem solving, and social support to increase physical activity, healthy eating, and weight loss. Participants of the Brenner FIT (Families In Training) pediatric weight management program and their parent/guardian will co-enroll in weight loss programs. Parents/guardians will receive the components of By Design Essentials.

Conditions

Weight Loss, Pediatric Obesity, Overweight Adolescents, Parent-Child Relations, Family and Household

Study Overview

Study Details

Study overview

The purpose of this research is to determine the effectiveness of a coordinated program (Dyad Plus) that would help to facilitate self-monitoring, positive communication, joint problem solving, and social support to increase physical activity, healthy eating, and weight loss. Participants of the Brenner FIT (Families In Training) pediatric weight management program and their parent/guardian will co-enroll in weight loss programs. Parents/guardians will receive the components of By Design Essentials.

Effectiveness of A Coordinated Parent/Child Dyad Weight Loss Intervention:

Dyad Plus Effectiveness

Condition
Weight Loss
Intervention / Treatment

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Contacts and Locations

Winston-Salem

Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, United States, 27127

Participation Criteria

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Eligibility Criteria

  • * Eligible for enrollment in Brenner FIT and/or By Design Essentials
  • * Caregiver who lives in the house with a BMI \> 30
  • * No contraindication for physical activity or caloric restriction
  • * Must be able to read and write English
  • * BMI \< 30
  • * Contraindication for physical activity or caloric restriction
  • * Cannot read or write English

Ages Eligible for Study

13 Years to 65 Years

Sexes Eligible for Study

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No

Collaborators and Investigators

Wake Forest University Health Sciences,

Justin Moore, PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR, Wake Forest University Health Sciences

Study Record Dates

2025-07