WISE Words for Childhood Obesity
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial tests new strategies to help early childhood educators improve feeding practices and prevent childhood obesity. It focuses on reducing habits that lead to unhealthy weight gain in children, aiming to prevent future obesity-related health issues. The trial compares usual educational practices with a new approach called WISE Words, which includes training, collaborative learning, and more. Early childhood education sites within 100 miles of staff offices, serving meals to children aged 3 to 5, can participate.
As an unphased trial, this study offers a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative educational strategies that may benefit children's health.
Do I need to stop my current medications for this trial?
The trial information does not specify whether participants need to stop taking their current medications.
What prior data suggests that the WISE Words strategy is safe for children?
Research shows that the treatment being tested, called WISE Words, consists of strategies designed for early childhood educators. It includes training, peer learning, and various helpful tools. While specific studies have not directly assessed the safety of WISE Words, it is important to note that this program is educational and behavioral. It focuses on changing feeding practices rather than using medications or medical procedures.
Educational programs like WISE Words are generally very safe. They aim to teach and change behaviors without introducing physical risks. The trial phase is labeled "Not Applicable," indicating that the program is non-invasive and lacks the safety concerns associated with drug trials. Therefore, the main focus is on the effectiveness of the strategies, rather than their safety.12345Why are researchers excited about this trial?
Researchers are excited about WISE Words for childhood obesity because it introduces a comprehensive approach not typically seen in standard educational practices. Unlike usual methods that vary widely and lack a consistent structure, WISE Words bundles multiple deimplementation strategies, including specialized training, peer learning opportunities, and continuous feedback. This holistic method aims to create a more engaging and consistent nutritional education environment, potentially leading to more effective and sustainable behavioral changes in children. By focusing on environmental reminders and educational materials, WISE Words could significantly enhance the impact of obesity education in early childhood settings.
What evidence suggests that WISE Words is effective for preventing childhood obesity?
Research shows that changing how children are fed can help prevent childhood obesity. Programs that educate early childhood educators about healthy eating have successfully encouraged better eating habits in children. In this trial, the WISE Words program, one of the study arms, uses evidence-based strategies to reduce harmful feeding practices, promoting healthier weight management for children. Studies suggest that when educators have the right tools and knowledge, children's eating habits can improve, potentially lowering obesity rates. Although direct data on WISE Words is limited, the program is based on successful methods from similar programs.678910
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for early care and education settings within a 100-mile radius of staff offices, serving at least 15 children aged 3 to 5 years. These sites must agree to participate in data collection. One classroom per site will be randomly chosen for evaluating child outcomes.Inclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Implementation of Deimplementation Strategies
Educators receive a package of deimplementation strategies including training, peer learning collaborative, and facilitation, along with tailored strategies such as audit and feedback, reminders, and educational resources.
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for the effectiveness of deimplementation strategies and changes in feeding practices.
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- WISE Words
Trial Overview
The 'WISE Words' program aims to stop harmful feeding practices by early childhood educators that can lead to obesity and poor dietary outcomes in children. The study will develop strategies and assess their effectiveness across various classrooms.
How Is the Trial Designed?
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Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Bundle of deimplementation strategies including training, peer learning collaborative, external facilitation, audit and feedback, environmental reminders, and educational materials
Usual practice in ECE does not require a standard approach to nutrition education, and implementation varies based on the discretion of the site and/or educator.
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Arkansas Children's Hospital Research Institute
Lead Sponsor
Louisiana Tech University
Collaborator
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)
Collaborator
Citations
WISE Words for Childhood Obesity · Info for Participants
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