2023, Vol. 3, Issue 1, Part A
Maternal perspectives on mealtime experiences of children with autism: A narrative inquiry
Author(s): Aldwin King Lorenzo P Conde, Carlos Emmanuel O Galang, Kyna Eunice C Malata, Rhythm N Roxas, Zaira Claudine L Rivera and ROD Charlie R Delos Reyes
Abstract: Mothers play an important role in managing mealtime for children with autism spectrum disorder, who often display behaviors rooted in their fixation on routines and interests. This study aimed to document the mealtime experiences of children with autism from the perspective of mothers in Batangas Province. Through a narrative inquiry approach under the qualitative method, selected mothers (n=8) from the province of Batangas participated in semi-structured one-to-one interviews. Five themes emerged from the data collated: the challenge of introducing novel food, familiar food as the easy choice, consuming more than what is necessary, indications of intact motor skills, and personal experiences as a tool in addressing mealtime concerns. This study sheds light on the unique and complex mealtime experiences of children with autism, as perceived by their mothers, and highlights the need for further support from healthcare professionals for families dealing with mealtime difficulties in children with autism.
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Aldwin King Lorenzo P Conde, Carlos Emmanuel O Galang, Kyna Eunice C Malata, Rhythm N Roxas, Zaira Claudine L Rivera and ROD Charlie R Delos Reyes. Maternal perspectives on mealtime experiences of children with autism: A narrative inquiry. International Journal of Autism. 2023; 3(1): 19-26.
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