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Parental Feeding Practices and Child-Related Factors Are Associated with Overweight and Obesity in Children and Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Authors :
Eow, Shiang Yen
Gan, Wan Ying
Lim, Poh Ying
Awang, Hamidin
Mohd Shariff, Zalilah
Source :
Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders. Aug 2022 52(8):3655-3667.
Publication Year :
2022

Abstract

Atypical eating behaviors displayed by children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) predispose them to unhealthy weight gain. We determined the factors associated with body weight status among 261 children with ASD (3-18 years) at nine autism intervention centers. Their mothers completed a self-administered questionnaire on sociodemographic background, parenting style, parental feeding practices, parenting stress, sleep habits, eating behaviors, and autism severity. Children with older age, non-full term gestational age, high maternal perceived weight, high maternal concern about child weight, and low pressure to eat were more likely to be overweight and obese. Obesity is a major concern among children with ASD. Healthy weight management programs for parents should incorporate appropriate feeding practices and a healthy perception of body weight.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0162-3257
Volume :
52
Issue :
8
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
EJ1342291
Document Type :
Journal Articles<br />Reports - Research
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-021-05247-7