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Case report: Multicomponent intervention for severe food selectivity in autism spectrum disorder: a single case study.

Authors :
Maggio, Roberta
Turriziani, Laura
Suraniti, Silvana
Graziano, Maria
Patanè, Santina
Randazzo, Anna Maria
Passantino, Claudio
Di Cara, Marcella
Quartarone, Angelo
Cucinotta, Francesca
Source :
Frontiers in Psychiatry; 2024, p1-8, 8p
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

Food selectivity is common in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The treatment used can be invasive and difficult to implement, necessitating the exploration of multicomponent approaches. This study presents the case of a 9-year-old autistic girl with severe food selectivity, who ate exclusively liquid and semi-solid foods. A multicomponent intervention protocol was developed, including stimulus fading and positive reinforcement techniques, to increase acceptance of new textures and foods. Treatment sessions showed significant improvement in acceptance of semi-solid and novel foods, with a reduction in problem behaviors associated with mealtime. This study suggests that a multicomponent intervention can significantly improve food acceptance and reduce mealtime distress, proving to be a practical and effective treatment strategy in an autistic child. The intervention led to an increase in food acceptance and a reduction in mealtime-related distress, potentially improving the child and family's quality of life. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
16640640
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Frontiers in Psychiatry
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
181052690
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyt.2024.1455356