Help for Picky Eaters
Many children with autism spectrum disorders develop food selectivity, or what may be called “picky eating.” It is not uncommon for children to restrict their diets to one or two things, to refuse to eat certain colors or textures, or to consume only pureed foods. This session focuses on strategies that have been demonstrated to be successful in helping children with autism learn to eat a wide variety of new foods. Participants also learn what assessments should be completed before starting feeding therapy.
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