Health, Sports & Psychology
Beyond the plate: Autism, food and sensory sensitivities
...and eating difficulties, we need to be mindful of and avoid simplistic explanations that imply the autistic child is in some way defiantly resisting trying new food – this would be inaccurate and simplistic. We need to recognise that this is likely to be a profoundly distressing experience for them on a sensory level, and one that requires careful support planning....
