How to Overcome Picky Eating of Your Autism Child
Parents of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder often worry about their child may not be getting the required nutrients, as most children on the spectrum are picky eaters. In fact, most parents find mealtime rather challenging. According to the research, it has been observed that children with ASD are five times more likely to have mealtime challenges such as extreme food selectivity, tantrums, and ritualistic eating behaviors. In this blog, we will discuss how parents can overcome this issue by following simple strategies at home. Do Not Neglect Medical Problems Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder may refuse to eat particular food items. Since many children on the spectrum find it difficult to express their emotions, we recommend parents look out for nonverbal cues in their children. For example, your child may clamp their lips when you’re trying to feed them. Gastrointestinal distress is one of the common problems in children with ASD . It is advisable that p...