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Feeding Problems Among Typically Developing Children From India Aged 1 to 5: A Cross-sectional Study

Vyshnavi Nelliyottu Kuniyil1, Srikanth Nayak2, Rakesh Chowkalli VeeraBhadrappa1

  • 1Department of Speech and Hearing, Manipal College of Health Professions, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, India.

Journal of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics : JDBP
|July 29, 2025
PubMed

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Feeding difficulties are common in Indian children aged 1-5 years, affecting nearly 29% of typically developing children (TDCs). Early education for parents on feeding issues and intervention is crucial.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Child Nutrition
  • Behavioral Science

Background:

  • Feeding problems are prevalent in early childhood, causing parental concern and impacting nutritional intake.
  • Understanding the prevalence of these issues in diverse populations is essential for targeted interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the prevalence of feeding difficulties in typically developing children (TDCs) aged 1 to 5 years in India.
  • To utilize the Kannada version of the Behavioral Pediatrics Feeding Assessment Scale (BPFAS) for assessment.

Main Methods:

  • A purposive sampling method was used to gather data from 253 parents of TDCs.
  • Parents completed a demographic questionnaire and the Kannada version of the BPFAS.

Main Results:

  • The study found a prevalence of 28.9% for feeding difficulties based on TFS scores and 18.2% based on TPS scores.
  • Despite observed feeding behaviors, few parents perceived them as problematic.
  • A weak negative correlation was found between BMI and feeding difficulty scores.

Conclusions:

  • A significant prevalence of parent-perceived feeding issues exists in young Indian children.
  • There is a critical need for parental education regarding feeding problems, their consequences, and early intervention strategies.
Abstract

Keywords:
child nutritionfeeding difficultiesmealtime behaviorneurotypical childrenprevalence

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