Recommended practices for virtual nutrition education interventions for adolescents with autism spectrum disorder: A reflection from two pilot interventions during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Nutr Health
; 30(1): 15-19, 2024 Mar.
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| ID: mdl-36694436
ABSTRACT
Youth with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) demonstrate unhealthy eating behaviors and dietary patterns compared to their neurotypical counterparts. Given the increased risk of unhealthy weight gain and the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, modified nutrition programs in this population are warranted. The authors independently conducted two virtual pilot interventions during COVID-19 that offered feasible and acceptable alternatives to in-person delivery, providing unique opportunities for participant engagement and family involvement. Future virtual nutrition education programs for adolescents with ASD may include visual and verbal aids through Zoom, more parent/family integration, and accommodations for those with varying ASD severity levels.
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Banco de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Trastorno del Espectro Autista
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COVID-19
Límite:
Adolescent
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Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Nutr Health
Año:
2024
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
Estados Unidos