Related Experiment Video

Updated: Aug 9, 2025

Adapting Human Videofluoroscopic Swallow Study Methods to Detect and Characterize Dysphagia in Murine Disease Models
08:32

Adapting Human Videofluoroscopic Swallow Study Methods to Detect and Characterize Dysphagia in Murine Disease Models

Published on: March 1, 2015

21.4K

Screening of Swallowing and Feeding-Related Problems in Typically Developing Children

Selen Serel-Arslan1, Yağmur Elmalı1, Özden Harmancı1

  • 1Faculty of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey.

Clinical Pediatrics
|February 17, 2023
PubMed

Insights

Many typically developing children experience feeding and swallowing issues, impacting their daily lives. These problems, including food selectivity and chewing dysfunction, affect parental perceptions and quality of life.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Speech-Language Pathology

Background:

  • Feeding and swallowing problems are common in children.
  • Understanding these issues in typically developing children is crucial for early intervention.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify and characterize swallowing and feeding problems in typically developing children aged 2-6 years.
  • To assess the impact of these problems on children and their caregivers.

Main Methods:

  • Parental reports were used to assess food selectivity, appetite, chewing dysfunction, and dysphagia signs.
  • The Turkish version of the Behavioral Pediatrics Feeding Assessment Scale (T-BPFAS) and the Feeding/Swallowing Impact Survey (T-FS-IS) were utilized.
  • 234 typically developing children were included in the study.

Main Results:

  • Food selectivity was reported in 62.4% of children, limited appetite in 26.9%, and chewing dysfunction in 7.3%.
  • Coughing was the most frequent dysphagia sign.
  • Significant differences were found in T-BPFAS and T-FS-IS scores between children with and without feeding/swallowing disorders (P < .001).

Conclusions:

  • Typically developing children frequently experience a range of swallowing and feeding problems.
  • These issues significantly impact mothers' perceptions of feeding and their overall quality of life.

Keywords:
childrenfeedingmotherscreeningswallowing

More Related Videos

Author Spotlight: Implications of Non-Nutritive Sucking on Speech Emergence and Infant Development06:19

Author Spotlight: Implications of Non-Nutritive Sucking on Speech Emergence and Infant Development

Published on: April 19, 2024

825
A Treatment Package without Escape Extinction to Address Food Selectivity04:23

A Treatment Package without Escape Extinction to Address Food Selectivity

Published on: August 21, 2015

11.6K

Related Concept Videos

Assessment of the Mouth01:26

Assessment of the Mouth

A thorough mouth assessment, including inspection and palpation of the lips, gums, tongue, tonsils, uvula, and pharynx, is crucial in detecting potential health issues. Diseases ranging from oral cancer to systemic conditions like diabetes could be identified early through careful oral examination. This article provides a detailed guide on conducting a comprehensive mouth assessment.
Mouth Inspection
The inspection begins with visually examining the mouth for symmetry, color, and size.
310
Upper GI Series: Barium Swallow01:24

Upper GI Series: Barium Swallow

The Barium Swallow Study, or a Barium Esophagogram, is a diagnostic imaging method used to visualize the upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract, including the esophagus, stomach, and small intestine. It employs barium sulfate, a radiopaque contrast material, to provide clear images of the upper digestive system, helping to identify abnormalities, diseases, or structural issues.
Purpose and Procedure
Patients undergoing this procedure ingest a liquid containing barium sulfate with a chalky...
685
Enteral Nutrition I: Orogastric and Nasogastric Feeding01:26

Enteral Nutrition I: Orogastric and Nasogastric Feeding

Enteral nutrition delivers nutrients directly to the stomach or small intestine through a tube. This method is appropriate for patients who cannot eat but still have a functioning digestive system. It is also beneficial for individuals with swallowing difficulties, anorexia, malabsorption, or those who have undergone gastrointestinal (GI) surgery.
Orogastric (OG) and nasogastric (NG) feeding are two standard methods used for enteral nutrition. Enteral nutrition is often preferred over...
414
Enteral Nutrition II: Nasointestinal and Gastrostomy Feeding01:15

Enteral Nutrition II: Nasointestinal and Gastrostomy Feeding

Enteral nutrition encompasses various methods of delivering nutrition directly to the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, bypassing traditional oral intake. It is particularly beneficial for patients who cannot eat by mouth but have a functioning digestive system. Key methods include nasointestinal feeding, gastrostomy, and jejunostomy, each suited to different clinical scenarios based on the patient's needs and condition.
Nasointestinal Feeding
Nasointestinal feeding involves placing a tube...
239
Assessment of Airway, Skin Color, and Use of Accessory Muscles01:30

Assessment of Airway, Skin Color, and Use of Accessory Muscles

A thorough assessment of respiratory health is paramount in clinical settings to identify and manage respiratory distress and ensure adequate oxygenation. This article elaborates on the critical aspects of respiratory evaluation, including airway assessment, skin color examination, and the observation of accessory muscle use, which are integral to effectively diagnosing and managing patients with respiratory conditions.
Introduction
The initial evaluation of a patient's respiratory system...
1.1K