Psychological program for children with autism and feeding problems
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a psychological program to help children with autism who have serious feeding difficulties. The goal is to make mealtimes easier and less stressful for the whole family.
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Who can take part
- Your child must be between 3 and 8 years old.
- Your child must have a confirmed diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
- Your child must have significant feeding problems, like refusing many foods, acting out at meals, or causing family stress around eating.
- Your child must be able to chew food (not just swallow purees or liquids).
- Your child must eat at least 3 different foods (but no more than 20).
- Your child cannot have severe intellectual disability, severe behavioral issues, or a medical condition needing urgent care.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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