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Sensory Sensitivity and Food Selectivity in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders

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Food selectivity has frequently been reported in children with autism spectrum disorder. It is likely that the causes of food selectivity are attributable to a variety of factors. One factor contributing to food selectivity is sensory sensitivity. The relation between sensory sensitivity and food selectivity is highlighted in this chapter using literature review and examples from individuals with autism spectrum disorders and parents of children with autism spectrum disorders. The role of occupational therapy in sensory processing disorders and the importance of an interdisciplinary approach are highlighted.

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  1. Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy at the Ostrow School of Dentistry, University of Southern California, Professor of Pediatrics at the USC Keck School of Medicine Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, 1540 Alcazar Street CHP 133, 90033, Los Angeles, CA, USA

    Sharon A. Cermak

  2. Family Medicine & Community Health, University of Massachusetts Medical School Eunice Kennedy Shriver Center, 200 Trapelo Road, 02452, Waltham, MA, USA

    Carol Curtin

  3. University of Massachusetts Medical School Eunice Kennedy Shriver Center, 200 Trapelo Road, 02452, Waltham, MA, USA

    Linda Bandini

  4. Department of Health Sciences, 635 Commonwealth Ave, 02215, Boston, MA, USA

    Linda Bandini

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Cermak, S.A., Curtin, C., Bandini, L. (2014). Sensory Sensitivity and Food Selectivity in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders. In: Patel, V., Preedy, V., Martin, C. (eds) Comprehensive Guide to Autism. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4614-4788-7_126

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