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Assessment of Child Anthropometry in a Large Epidemiologic Study

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Web-based family intervention for overweight children: a pilot study.

Alan M Delamater¹, Elizabeth R Pulgaron, Sheah Rarback

¹Department of Pediatrics, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL 33101, USA. adelamater@med.miami.edu

Childhood Obesity (Print)

|January 12, 2013

Summary

A new web-based family program shows promise for treating overweight children. Frequent users of the program demonstrated improved body mass index (BMI) and dietary habits, suggesting feasibility and efficacy.

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Area of Science:

Pediatric Obesity
Behavioral Health Interventions
Digital Health Technologies

Background:

Family-based behavioral interventions are effective for childhood overweight, but access remains a challenge.
Developing accessible digital solutions is crucial for widespread intervention delivery.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop and assess the initial feasibility and efficacy of a novel web-based family program.
Targeting overweight children aged 8–12 years.

Main Methods:

A website was designed incorporating principles from established behavioral programs and user feedback.
The program included educational content, interactive games, and goal-setting/monitoring features for diet and physical activity.
A 4-week pilot study involved 24 overweight children, measuring outcomes like z-BMI, lifestyle behaviors, motivation, and self-efficacy.

Main Results:

High user engagement (11.4 logins) correlated with positive outcomes.
Participants showed significant improvements in motivation, self-efficacy, physical activity, and healthy eating behaviors.
Frequent users experienced BMI reduction and improved dietary intake compared to low users; satisfaction was high.

Conclusions:

The web-based program is a feasible approach for treating childhood overweight.
High program utilization is linked to improved weight status and dietary habits in children.
Digital interventions offer a promising avenue for expanding access to effective weight management programs.