Volume : V, Issue : VIII, August - 2015

Food Behaviours of the Autistic Children

Alli. M. V

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 The food behaviours of the autistic children were elicited since they have atypical behaviours and dietary restrictions. Sixty autistic children both boys and girls in the age group of 5 to 16 yrs were assessed. Food selectivity, appetite and picky eating were the predominant factors that altered their food habits. Most of the food behaviours exhibited by these children were influenced by their atypical behaviours. Classic food behaviour of these children impaired their nutritional status and well being.

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Alli. M. V Food Behaviours of the Autistic Children Indian Journal of Applied Research, Vol.5, Issue : 8 August 2015

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