Perceptions of GLP-1 RA Use for Children With Obesity Among Caregivers With Food Insecurity
In this qualitative study, children's caregivers experiencing food insecurity expressed interest in both lifestyle-only and medication-inclusive approaches, with decisions shaped by lived experience, perceptions of safety, and values. Shared decision-making conversations in clinical settings that acknowledge these influences-and address barriers to both treatment options-could foster more family-centered, equitable, and effective pediatric obesity care.
Authors
- David L. Suskind (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3524-5150)
- Niviann Blondet (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5122-0706)
- Stephanie A. Kraft (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2862-7601)
- Hannibal Person (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1509-8296)
- Mason Nuding
- Maria Benitez-Cortez
- Kathryn M. Stephenson
- Naomi R. M. Schwartz
Institutions
- Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center (US)
- Seattle Children's Hospital (US)
- Geisinger Health System (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- JAMA Network Open
- Published
- 2026-01-07
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2025.52825
- Primary Topic
- Food Security and Health in Diverse Populations
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- Center for Clinical and Translational Research