NCT02328638

Development of a Manual-based, Interdisciplinary Intervention for Youth With ASD and Obesity

• Status: Completed
• Phase: N/A
• Study type: Interventional
• Enrollment: 10 (actual)
• Sponsor: Emory University · Academic / Other
• Sex: All
• Age: 3 Years – 10 Years
• Healthy volunteers: Not accepted

Summary

The purpose of the proposed study is to develop and pilot test a manual-based, interdisciplinary intervention for youth, ages 3 to 10 years, with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and overweight called the Changing Health in Autism through Nutrition, Getting fit, and Expanding variety (CHANGE) obesity program.

Detailed description

The purpose of the study is to develop and test the feasibility of a structured, innovative approach to treat obesity in 16 children (age 3 to 10 years) with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This 16-week program integrates behavioral psychology and nutrition science to meet the challenges of obesity in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The PI will apply an evidence-based behavioral intervention to increase food variety,15 use applied behavior analytic strategies to teach physical activities in a developmentally-appropriate manner, employ biometrics to assess progress, utilize dietetic interventions to improve nutritional balance, and train caregivers to use behavior management strategies.

Conditions

• Autism
• Obesity

Interventions

Type	Name	Description
BEHAVIORAL	Parent Education Program	The PEP intervention consists of didactic sessions regarding basic information about Autism Spectrum Disorders.
BEHAVIORAL	Manual-based Behavioral Treatment	The Manual-based Interdisciplinary Behavioral Treatment consists of nutritional and behavioral interventions to improve dietary intake (increase water, decrease sweetened beverages and snack foods, improve balanced diet), increase exercise, and teach behavioral strategies to address barriers to these goals.

Timeline

• Start date: 2014-12-01
• Primary completion: 2015-08-01
• Completion: 2015-08-01
• First posted: 2014-12-31
• Last updated: 2016-01-20

Locations

1 site across 1 country: United States