Using the stages of change model to develop an understanding of caregiver intent for family behavior change following pediatric testing for genetic obesity: A qualitative analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Obesity rates continue to rise in children and adolescents worldwide. The heritability of obesity is estimated to be 40-80 %. Genetic testing for monogenic causes of obesity in the clinical setting is increasing; however, how results of these tests affect family behaviors is unclear. The objective of this study was to understand caregiver intent to change family behaviors following genetic testing for obesity.

Methods

The sample from this qualitative analysis derives from a larger study identifying mutations on the melanocortin 4 receptor (MC4R) pathway. Inclusion criteria included participation in the main study, aged 2-17 years, and a history of severe obesity and hyperphagia. Caregiver-child dyads were recruited to ensure equal representation of genetic resul

SUBMITTER: Chaves E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12657336 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature