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Using Technologies to Promote Healthy Lifestyles in Adolescents and Young Adults With Intellectual Disabilities
Led by University of Seville · Updated on 2025-08-07
60
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
N/A
Total Duration
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Sponsors
U
University of Seville
Lead Sponsor
T
Technical University of Munich
Collaborating Sponsor
AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Young individuals with intellectual disabilities (ID) often face challenges maintaining healthy habits, especially in physical activity and nutrition, which can lead to increased health risks like obesity and metabolic syndrome. This research aims to evaluate a mobile health (mHealth) intervention designed to improve physical activity and dietary habits in adolescents and young adults with ID, including those with Down syndrome and autism. The study uses a randomized controlled trial (RCT) approach to address gaps in current knowledge and improve lifestyle behaviors in this population. The intervention involves an 8-week program delivered through a specially developed mobile app called IDHEApp, which includes gamification to motivate users. Participants in the experimental group receive daily personalized behavioral challenges focused on increasing physical activity, reducing sedentary time, and improving diet. Both experimental and control groups wear a Fitbit Versa 3 smartwatch to track physical activity and sedentary behavior, but only the experimental group receives the app's challenges. The control group continues their usual routines without additional support. Participants will be assessed throughout the 8-week intervention period using objective measures such as daily step count, light activity, sitting time, total sleep time, and sleep quality. Questionnaires evaluating physical activity and health-related quality of life will also be used. The study involves monitoring adherence and behavior changes using the smartwatch data and app interaction. This trial seeks to provide insights into the effectiveness of digital tools for promoting healthy lifestyles in young people with intellectual disabilities.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Using Technologies to Promote HEalthy Lifestyles in Adolescents With Intellectual Disabilities
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Diagnosis of intellectual disability
- Ability to follow basic instructions
- Age between 4 and 30 years old
You will not qualify if you...
- Presence of severe sensory or motor impairments
- Medical conditions that prevent moderate physical activity
- Inability to access a smartphone during the intervention period
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person)
Duration - 8 weeks
Participants in the experimental group use a gamified mHealth mobile application for 8 weeks to promote physical activity, reduce sedentary behavior, and improve nutrition. Participants wear a smartwatch to monitor activity during this period. Participants in the control group continue with their usual routines without intervention.
Baseline visit and 1 follow-up visit
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Facultad Ciencias de la Educación
Seville, Spain, Spain, 41013
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Research Team
B
Borja Sañudo, PhD
B
Borja Sañudo, PhD
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
DOUBLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
PREVENTION
Number of Arms
2
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