Social Ties Program for Obesity Management
Reducing Obesity Using Social Ties Program
Recruiting
N/A
Interventional Study
Obesity
At a Glance
- Age
- 18 and older
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Other
- Participants needed
- 264 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Weill Medical College of Cornell University · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for people who are Black or Hispanic and have obesity. Participants will work on weight loss together with up to two friends or family members to see if it helps them lose more weight.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I am Black or Hispanic.
- I am 18 years of age or older.
- My BMI is over 30.
- I can use a food intake app on my computer or smartphone.
- I can identify at least one adult to join me in this program.
You may not be able to join if
- I am currently in a weight-loss program.
- I have a serious illness or injury that affects my activity level.
- I have not been cleared for exercise by my healthcare provider.
- I am currently pregnant.
- I have unresolved food insecurity.
- I speak a language other than English or Spanish.
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.
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About This Trial
This trial aims to test the feasibility and acceptability of addressing interpersonal barriers to weight-related behavior change. Specifically, the study will test if, by including up to two friends, family members, or co-workers in a lifestyle intervention for weight loss, the person enrolled in the study loses more weight than someone whose friends, family members, or co-workers were not invited…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Index Participant:
1. Black race or Hispanic ethnicity
2. Male or Female 18 years of age or older
3. Calculated BMI \> 30kg/m2 from objectively measured height and weight by study staff
4. Access \& willingness to use program food intake app via home computer or a sma…
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