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Proven Childhood Obesity Treatment Also Works at Pediatrician's Office

A clinical trial co-led by WashU Medicine researcher Denise Wilfley, PhD, found that adding family-based behavioral treatment to specialized pediatric care helped nearly half of children with obesity reach a healthier weight. The approach coaches parents to change habits and routines at home, where lasting change begins.

July 27, 2026


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