ActiveGirls: Physical Activity, Hormone Health, and Diabetes Risk in Early Adolescence

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) Puberty Insulin Resistance Physical Activity
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
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At a Glance
Age
8 and older
Sex
Female
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Prevention
Participants needed
40 (estimated)
Sponsor
Massachusetts General Hospital · Other
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About This Trial
This study explores how a physical activity program can affect hormone health and diabetes risk in girls ages 8-12 who may be at higher risk. The study aims to address: * Does the 'ActiveGirls' program meet the needs of girls and families in engaging them to increase physical activity? * What is the trend of markers of diabetes risk and puberty hormones over a 1-year period and how are these leve…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Caregiver: Caregiver of child (ie mother, father, or other legal guardian), English-speaking, Access to a device where they are able to receive study e-mails or texts * Child: English-speaking, Female, ages 8-12 years old at time of enrollment, Pre-menarchal at time of baselin…
Contacts

Rachel Whooten, MD MPH

6176434585

rwhooten@mgh.harvard.edu

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