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A Treatment Package without Escape Extinction to Address Food Selectivity
Published on: August 21, 2015
Behavioral Management of Feeding Disorders of Childhood
1Section of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisc., USA.
Abstract:
Feeding disorders, characterized by suboptimal intake and/or lack of age-appropriate eating habits, are common and may be seen in up to 45% of children. Feeding disorders are a significant concern to both the affected families and to the providers who treat them. Fortunately, there are well-established behavioral treatments which have been shown to be highly efficacious. This article provides an overview of behavioral assessment and treatment of pediatric feeding disorders, provides guidance in treatment planning, and provides information which may be useful in considering if additional psychological consultation may be beneficial.
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