In-Person Lifestyle Program for Black Adolescent Girls at Risk for Type 2 Diabetes

Summary

The aim of this study is to look at changes in diabetes-related risk factors in Black adolescent girls who are at risk for type 2 diabetes and their primary female caregiver after both participating in a 12-week in-person lifestyle program.

Eligibility

Inclusion Criteria for adolescent participants:

* 12-18 years of age
* self-identify as Black or African American
* have obesity (\>=95th percentile BMI)

Exclusion Criteria for adolescent participants:

* pregnant or within 3 months postpartum.
* participated in a formal weight management program within 6 months prior to study.
* currently taking medications or diagnosed with a condition known to influence metabolism, physical activity ability, or cognitive function.
* have previously undergone bariatric surgery.
* have type 2 diabetes.
* unable to speak English or have developmental conditions that interfere with ability to communicate.

Inclusion Criteria for caregiver participants:

* 18 years or older.
* proficiency in speaking English.
* live in the same household as the adolescent who will also be enrolled.
* prepares the majority (\>50%) of meals in the household.

Exclusion Criteria for caregiver participants:

* pregnant or within 3 months postpartum.
* unable to speak English or have developmental conditions that interfere with ability to communicate.

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