Cooking skills for long-term weight loss in young adults with ID
Part of Brain & nervous system, Genetic & congenital, Hormones & metabolism, Mental health clinical trials.
This program teaches cooking skills to help young adults with intellectual disabilities lose weight and keep it off for 2 years. You’ll learn to prepare healthier meals with support from a family member or caregiver.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 to 35 years old.
- You have a mild or moderate intellectual disability (sometimes called learning disability).
- You have a body weight under 350 pounds and a BMI over 24.9 (overweight or obese).
- You are able to understand simple directions and tell people what you like or need.
- You live with a parent, guardian, or caregiver who helps with food shopping and cooking—and they agree to join the study with you as a partner.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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