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Impact of Disruptive Behavior in Childhood Feeding Difficulties

J Murphy1, K Zlomke2, J VanOrmer1

  • 1Department of Psychology, University of South Alabama, 75 S University Blvd, UCOM 1000, Mobile, AL, 36688, USA.

Journal of Clinical Psychology in Medical Settings
|August 3, 2019
PubMed

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Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often experience feeding difficulties. Disruptive behavior and parenting stress are key predictors of these feeding problems, influenced by parental strategies.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Health
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder Research

Background:

  • Pediatric feeding problems affect 25-40% of children, with higher prevalence in those with health or developmental concerns.
  • Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) face elevated risks for feeding difficulties, but the underlying mechanisms remain unclear.
  • Problematic feeding behaviors are common in pediatric outpatient settings, necessitating research into contributing factors.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate predictors of problematic feeding behavior in children.
  • To compare feeding difficulties in children with and without autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
  • To identify factors contributing to both adaptive and maladaptive feeding behaviors.

Main Methods:

  • Study involved parents of children with and without autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
  • Data collected on child disruptive behavior, parenting stress, and feeding difficulties.
  • Parental feelings and strategies related to feeding were also assessed.

Main Results:

  • Parents of children with ASD reported significantly higher child disruptive behavior, parenting stress, and feeding difficulties.
  • Child disruptive behavior and parenting stress were the strongest predictors of child feeding difficulties.
  • Parental strategies and feelings partially mediated the relationship between child disruptive behavior and feeding difficulties.

Conclusions:

  • Child disruptive behavior and parenting stress are significant factors in pediatric feeding problems, particularly in children with ASD.
  • Parental responses and emotional experiences play a crucial role in the development and maintenance of feeding difficulties.
  • Understanding these predictors can inform interventions for children with feeding challenges.

Keywords:
Autism spectrum disorderDisruptive behaviorFeeding problemsParent stress

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