This study is looking at two different programs for families with children aged 6 to 12 who have autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and are overweight or have obesity. One program, called PBT-A, teaches parents about nutrition, physical activity, behavior therapy, and parenting skills. The other program, Health Education (HE), provides information on nutrition, activity, sleep, and emotions. The goal is to see if PBT-A helps children manage their weight better than HE. Researchers will measure changes in your child's body mass index (BMI), which is a measure of body fat, over 18 months. The study aims to enroll 140 families.

Study design

This interventional study plans to enroll 140 participants. It compares two behavioral programs delivered via telehealth to parents.

What's involved

You would participate in a 6-month group program (PBT-A or HE) and have assessments at baseline, mid-treatment, post-treatment, and at 6 and 12 months after treatment ends. These assessments include measurements for both parent and child, and parents will provide information about autism diagnosis, eating habits, and parenting.

Compensation

Not stated in the trial record.

Follow-up

Participants will be followed for 12 months after the 6-month treatment period, for a total of 18 months.

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