Document Type
Dissertation
Publication Date
4-22-2024
Abstract
Date: 04/14/2025
Student Name: Orin A. Frazier
Capstone Project Title: Feeding Intervention Program for Teachers of Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder. A Capstone Proposal
Capstone Faculty Advisor: Dr. Jessica Alden, OTD, OTR/L
Abstract:
Nourishment plays a critical role in development. It is common for school-aged children to display selective eating. However, children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) experience selective eating at a much higher rate. Inadequate nutrition may result in decreased ability to perform student occupations. This research addresses the need for accessible and personalized resources for educators to increase food exploration in students with ASD to enhance nutritional intake. The study focuses on the current competence of teachers to perform feeding interventions and creating a program to acquire adequate skills to do so. Results showed that 63% of participants had students who were selective eaters, and 59% of participants felt somewhat confident and knowledgeable about Autism and feeding with little to no training or skills to perform interventions. Preliminary results from the post-survey reported that 100% (4/4) of participants gained knowledge and confidence in performing new intervention strategies. This highlights the necessity of an effective program of individualized intervention strategies for their students.
Recommended Citation
Frazier, Orin and Alden, Jessica, "Feeding Intervention Program for Teachers of Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder. A Capstone Proposal" (2024). Howard University, Department of Occupational Therapy Capstone and Faculty Research. 24.
https://dh.howard.edu/huotresearch/24
