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ArticleJournal of intellectual disability research : JIDR2026

Codesigning a Neurocognitive Assessment Protocol for Hyperphagia: Perspectives From Stakeholders in Prader-Willi Syndrome.

Sarah-Marie Feighan, Áine McNicholas, Alexandra P Key, Anastasia Dimitropoulos, Edna Roche, Ciara J Molloy, Louise Gallagher

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Sarah-Marie FeighanNeuroscience and Mental Health Programme, SickKids Research Institute, Peter Gilgan Centre for Research and Learning, Toronto, Canada.
Áine McNicholasSchool of Psychology, University of Galway, Galway, Ireland.
Alexandra P KeyDepartment of Pediatrics, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia, USA.
Anastasia DimitropoulosDepartment of Psychological Sciences, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio, USA.
Edna RocheDiscipline of Paediatrics, School of Medicine, Trinity College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland.
Ciara J MolloyDepartment of Psychiatry, Trinity College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland.
Louise GallagherNeuroscience and Mental Health Programme, SickKids Research Institute, Peter Gilgan Centre for Research and Learning, Toronto, Canada.

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Foundation for Prader-Willi Research 866233
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Abstract

backgroundHyperphagia-characterized by an overwhelming drive to consume food-is a core feature of Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) that profoundly impacts individuals and families. Objective measures of hyperphagia are urgently needed to support therapeutic development and improve clinical outcomes for individuals with PWS. Eye tracking may offer a scalable, noninvasive method for capturing attentional responses to food cues. By capturing visual attentional responses to food before and after eating, eye tracking may offer an indirect, objective method for assessing impairments in satiety that are associated with hyperphagia.

methodsWe adapted a previously developed eye-tracking task-designed to detect attentional bias to food stimuli in hungry versus satiated states-for use with the PWS community. A codesign approach was used, involving focus groups with caregivers and professionals. Stakeholders identified key barriers to participation, including food-related anxiety, sensory sensitivities and the need for predictable routines. Protocol adaptations included flexible scheduling, individualized meal options and 'food certainty' to reduce stress and enhance adherence.

resultsThe adapted protocol was feasible and acceptable, with a 92.6% completion rate and full adherence to fasting and standardized meal requirements among participants with PWS. Stakeholders reported high engagement and comfort with the revised approach.

conclusionThis study demonstrates the value of codesign in tailoring neurocognitive protocols for individuals with complex needs. By integrating stakeholder insights, we enhanced feasibility, accessibility and data quality. The adapted eye-tracking protocol shows promise as a scalable, objective method to assess hyperphagia-related cognitive responses and may inform future clinical trials in PWS and related conditions.

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Attentional BiasEye-Tracking TechnologyHyperphagiaPrader-Willi SyndromeAdolescentAdultChildFemaleHumansMaleMiddle AgedStakeholder ParticipationYoung Adultcodesigneye‐trackinghyperphagiaPatient and Public Involvement (PPI)Prader–Willi syndrome

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