Twenty-seven studies were systematically reviewed to identify, evaluate, and synthesize the
research literature on the effectiveness of sensory integration (SI) intervention on the ability …

Objective Many children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) have feeding and mealtime
problems. To address these, we conducted a pilot randomized trial of a new 11-session …

Abstract Date Presented 04/05/19 This study addresses the need of families by reporting on
treatment effectiveness research for sensory processing and integration challenges …

Abstract Date Presented 04/23/21 Limited evidence-based intervention approaches are
available to treat sensory-based feeding problems in children. This study explored the …

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disorder that affects communication and
social behaviors. Children with ASD often experience mealtime behavior challenges and …

A. Jean Ayres believed that children have an innate drive to explore and interact with their
world and that these experiences nourish the brain and promote development. Ayres …

Sensory diets are one of the interventions occupational therapists use in school-based
settings to manage manifestations of sensory processing disorder. However, very few …

A pediatric feeding disorder (PFD) may stem from a number of factors, including medical,
psychosocial, feeding-skill, and nutritional complications and often, there is more than one …

Abstract Date Presented 4/7/2016 This study examined how parents of children with autism
define food selectivity within the context of family mealtime. Findings provided a framework …

Feeding problems in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are common and can be
distressing for parents and other caregivers who are concerned that their children's diets are …