Comorbid Feeding and Gastrointestinal Symptoms, Challenging Behavior, Sensory Issues, Adaptive Functioning and Quality of Life in Children and Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Geraldine Leader, Mairéad O’Reilly, Shawn P. Gilroy, June L. Chen, Chiara Ferrari, Arlene Mannion
Abstract
AIM: : The results of this study extend the present literature by highlighting comorbid conditions related to feeding problems and how feeding problems impact quality of life and adaptive behavior.
Topics & Concepts
Autism spectrum disorderAdaptive functioningAutismPsychologyQuality of life (healthcare)Adaptive behaviorClinical psychologyTypically developingSensory processingChallenging behaviourAdaptive behaviourDevelopmental psychologySensory systemPhysical medicine and rehabilitationMedicineLearning disabilityCognitive psychologyPsychotherapistChild Nutrition and Feeding IssuesFamily and Disability Support ResearchAutism Spectrum Disorder Research