Healthy Weight Loss Research Study
The Center for Weight, Eating and Lifestyle Science (WELL Center) at Drexel University is developing evidence-based programs to help teens improve their eating patterns and learn stress-management skills. Join one of our compensated studies today!
Fast Facts
Of Higher Weight and Wants to Lose Weight
Girls 14-19 Years Old
Compensation Provided
Philadelphia, PA
Study Background
Building healthy relationships with food and exercise can be tough for teens!
We’re currently conducting two research studies:
- A hybrid (in-person and remote), 6-month, evidence-based program for teen girls to build healthy eating habits, improve body image, and reduce stress.
- A fully remote study aimed at improving eating and sleeping patterns among teens.
If you think you or your teen might be eligible, apply today! Once you fill out the screening form, our team can decide which study is a good fit for you.
The WELL Center’s Child and Adolescent Program provides many specialty treatments to better regulate adolescents’ eating and/or weight through ongoing research. Some information about our research program:
- We offer programs for eating disorder or weight management
- All programs provided are free
- None of our programs include medications
- Many programs can be completed entirely from home, and others are in-person
Study Background
Building healthy relationships with food and exercise can be tough for teens!
We’re currently conducting two research studies:
- A hybrid (in-person and remote), 6-month, evidence-based program for teen girls to build healthy eating habits, improve body image, and reduce stress.
- A fully remote study aimed at improving eating and sleeping patterns among teens.
If you think you or your teen might be eligible, apply today! Once you fill out the screening form, our team can decide which study is a good fit for you.
The WELL Center’s Child and Adolescent Program provides many specialty treatments to better regulate adolescents’ eating and/or weight through ongoing research. Some information about our research program:
- We offer programs for eating disorder or weight management
- All programs provided are free
- None of our programs include medications
- Many programs can be completed entirely from home, and others are in-person
Additional Information
The purpose of these research studies is to evaluate the effectiveness of two different programs for teens 14-19 to improve eating patterns and self-regulation.
You may qualify for this study if you meet the following criteria.
Inclusion Criteria:
- Girls ages 14-19 years old
- Of higher weight and wants to lose weight
- No significant weight loss in past 6 months
- No conditions prohibiting physical activity
- Not on weight loss medication OR willing to stop weight loss medication
The first study involves 5 study assessments (baseline, mid-treatment, post-treatment, 6-month follow-up, and 12-month follow-up). This is a group-based intervention with 9-18 treatment sessions over 6 months.
The second study involves 3 study assessments (baseline, mid-treatment, and post-treatment). This study is fully remote and participants will be recruited nationwide. Enrolled participants will receive 16 weeks of treatment.
Teens who participate in our study can receive up to $445 for their time and effort.
There is no cost for you to participate in our research study.
