Recruiting NA Obesity and Overweight

New treatment option for Obesity and Overweight

Official title Weight Management Intervention in College: A Pilot

ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06994923

What this study is testing

What it's testing
This pilot randomized controlled trial will examine a behavioral weight loss intervention that uses a "small change" approach fro emerging adult college students with overweight/obesity. The primary aim is to assess student acceptability and clinically-meaningful weight changes.
  • Which group you join is decided by chance.

A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.

Who can take part

Ages 18 to 29

You may be able to join if

  • BMI of 25 or greater
  • Enrolled at college/university where study will take place
  • English-speaking

You likely can't join if

  • History or current diagnosis of anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, or alcohol use disorder (current symptoms also assessed at screening using...
  • Participation in another formal weight loss program or current utilization of obesity medications
  • Current or recent pregnancy
  • Psychiatric hospitalization in the past 12 months
  • Recent weight loss of 5% body weight or more
  • History of bariatric surgery
See the full eligibility criteria
Who can join
  • BMI of 25 or greater
  • Enrolled at college/university where study will take place
  • English-speaking
What rules you out
  • History or current diagnosis of anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, or alcohol use disorder (current symptoms also assessed at screening using validated screening questionnaires)
  • Participation in another formal weight loss program or current utilization of obesity medications
  • Current or recent pregnancy
  • Psychiatric hospitalization in the past 12 months
  • Recent weight loss of 5% body weight or more
  • History of bariatric surgery
  • Severe food or physical activity restrictions that would interfere with treatment recommendations

The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where it's taking place

  • Providence, Rhode Island, United States

Questions & answers

Do participants get paid in this trial?

This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.

Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?

Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.

How long does this study last?

The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.

Who can join this trial?

This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 29 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where is this trial taking place?

Study sites include Providence, Rhode Island, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.

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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.