Posted on August 6, 2008 by horizonsdrc
By: Erin Roon, MA, CCC-SLP
There are many children within the school environment that have feeding difficulties. For these children, the task of eating lunch and snack at school is a daunting one. However, lunch and snack time can present the perfect opportunity for addressing feeding difficulties if given the necessary attention and intervention.
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Filed under: Feeding Disorders | Tagged: autism, developmental disabilities, Feeding Difficulties, nutrition, Picky Eater, School Cafeteria | Leave a Comment »
Posted on July 23, 2008 by horizonsdrc
Eating while at school can be very stressful for children with feeding disorders. With some awareness, it is possible to ease some of the affects of sensory overload.
Filed under: Feeding Disorders | Tagged: autism, behavior problems, cafeteria, feeding problems, school lunches, sensory-motor problems | 1 Comment »
Posted on July 22, 2008 by horizonsdrc
Does your child have an open mouth posture or spill liquids while drinking? If so, he could have an oral motor deficit. Following these tips can help your child improve his eating and speech abilities.
Filed under: Feeding Disorders, Oral Motor | Tagged: autism, behavior problems, communication/speech problems, feeding problems, learning problems, sensory-motor problems | Leave a Comment »
Posted on July 19, 2008 by horizonsdrc
How do you introduce new foods to your child? Whether your child is simply a picky eater or has severe eating deficits, here are some for widening your child’s choices.
Filed under: Feeding Disorders, Introducing New Foods | Tagged: Children, Eating, Feeding Disorder, Picky Eaters, Sensory | Leave a Comment »
