Nurturing Needs Study: Parenting Food Motivated Children
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What is this study?
High food motivation among children is trait-like and increases risks of unhealthy dietary intake and obesity. Scientific knowledge of how parenting can best support healthy eating habits and growth among children who are predisposed to overeating is surprisingly limited.
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High food motivation among children is trait-like and increases risks of unhealthy dietary intake and obesity. Scientific knowledge of how parenting can best support healthy eating habits and growth among children who are predisposed to overeating is surprisingly limited. This investigation will identify supportive food parenting approaches for obesity prevention that address the needs of highly food motivated children.
Who this study is looking for
In plain language, from the study's own rules. The study team confirms the full details with you — this isn't a final yes or no.
✅ You may be able to join if…
- •Children who are 4 or 5 years old at the start of the study
- •A parent or main caregiver who has legal representation with at least 50% custody of the child
- •A parent/caregiver who feeds the child as their main job outside childcare (being with the child for meals at least two times a day)
- •A parent/caregiver who has a cell phone for texting with the study team
- •If there is more than one eligible child, the caregiver will choose one index child
🚫 You may not be able to join if…
- •A parent or primary caregiver under 18 years old
- •A child with a history of major food allergies (for example, peanuts)
- •A child who uses medications (for example insulin), or who has a developmental disability (for example autism) or a medical condition (for example diabetes) that affects food intake and growth
- •Foster children
Are you a good fit?
Simplified highlights. The study team always confirms the full details with you.
- ✓Child is 4 or 5 years old at the start of the study
- ✓A parent/primary caregiver with ≥50% custody and legal representation
- ✓Caregiver is responsible for feeding outside childcare (at least 2 meals/day while with the child)
- ✓Caregiver has a phone that can send/receive text messages
- ✓Excludes certain allergies, feeding-affecting medical/developmental conditions, and foster children
How this study is designed
The real details, in plain words. Tap the underlined words to learn what they mean.
- ✓Everyone in this study receives an active treatment — there is no placebo group.
What to expect, step by step
· This study lasts about 78 weeks (~18 months)- 1
Usually a few weeks
The study team checks whether the study is a good fit for you, with a visit and sometimes lab tests. You can ask any questions before deciding.
- 2
Treatment
About 78 weeksIf you join and choose to continue, you receive the study treatment and are watched closely by medical staff.
- 3
Follow-up
After treatment, the team checks on your health and confirms the visit schedule with you. You can leave the study at any point.
What's being tested
- Other: Measurement
Has this treatment been tested before?
The study team can share what safety testing has been done so far.
Who's running this study?
Sponsor
Temple University
Overseen by Jennifer O Fisher, PhD, Sheryl O Hughes, PhD
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What you need to know before you apply
What is this study testing?+
High food motivation among children is trait-like and increases risks of unhealthy dietary intake and obesity. Scientific knowledge of how parenting can best support healthy eating habits and growth among children who are predisposed to overeating is surprisingly limited.
Is it safe? Who makes sure of that?+
This is a research study. Every study is reviewed and monitored by an independent ethics board (called an IRB) whose job is to protect participants, and care is overseen by licensed medical staff. You'll be told the known risks before you agree to anything, and you can stop at any time.
Will I get a placebo instead of the real treatment?+
Some studies compare a treatment against a placebo (an inactive version), and some don't. If this one does, the study team will explain your chances of receiving the active treatment before you decide. Nothing is hidden from you.
Do I have to stop taking my current medications?+
It depends on the study. Some let you stay on your current medications and some ask you to adjust them. Never stop a medication on your own — the study team will review everything with you first.
Does it cost anything? Will I be paid?+
Study-related care is provided at no cost to you. Some studies also pay for your time; the coordinator can tell you if this one does. You should never be asked to pay to take part.
Do I need insurance? Will anyone ask about my immigration status?+
No. You do not need health insurance to take part in a research study, and you will not be asked about your immigration status to join. Taking part is about whether you're a medical fit for the study.
What if English isn't my first language?+
You have the right to understand everything before you agree. Study sites can often provide materials or an interpreter in your language — you can ask the coordinator for one.
Is my information private?+
Yes. Your health information is only shared with the study sites you choose to be contacted by, and only to help match and enroll you. It is never sold, and you can ask us to delete it at any time.
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov · NCT06111040 · Locations: Pennsylvania · Texas