Trial reportBMJ open2026
Experiences of families participating in a 10-week family-focused e-Health healthy lifestyle programme for school-aged children with overweight or obesity: a qualitative study.
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Abstract
objectiveTo explore families' experiences participating in a 10-week web-based lifestyle programme for school-aged children with overweight or obesity.
designA qualitative study using inductive analysis of semi-structured interview data.
settingVictoria, Australia.
participantsFamilies (children aged 7-13 years with overweight or obesity-body mass index ≥85th percentile-and accompanying parent) recruited for a randomised controlled trial that evaluated the effectiveness of the web-based programme and who received the programme (n=102 children/85 families) were invited to participate in a semi-structured interview at 3 months post-programme.
interventionFamilies received a 10-week family-focused electronic health (e-Health; web-based) lifestyle programme with health coaching sessions-an evidence-based programme adapted from its in-person, group-based counterpart.
resultsA total of 28 families, including 34 children (eight siblings) and mostly mothers, shared their experiences. 10 themes were identified on family members' experiences and aligned with the socioecological model: intrapersonal-knowledge development on healthy living; experiences and stigma related to overweight, obesity or weight; engaging with structural features of the web-based programme, interpersonal-family dynamic; connections with others (non-healthcare professionals) outside of home; relationship with healthcare professionals, environmental/institutional-impact of COVID-19 lockdowns; health-promoting environments; promotion of and access to overweight or obesity management programmes; web-based programme as part of a larger or established system. Each theme highlighted factors that influenced programme uptake and engagement.
conclusionsValuable insights were gained on ways to better adapt e-Health (web-based) lifestyle programmes for children with overweight or obesity. Families perceived advantages in a web-based lifestyle programme and highly regarded humanised features and elements comparable to conventional in-person programmes. Further research is needed to explore the perspectives of families from diverse populations, fathers and families who decline participation in the follow-up period. Web-based lifestyle programmes that incorporate contemporary e-Health technologies, including responsive AI, also warrant further investigation to maximise programme benefits. TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER: ACTRN12621001762842.
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