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Experiences of Caregivers Who Have Children Identified as Picky Eaters Following Peer-Based Feeding Groups

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MLA citation style (9th ed.)

Turner, Krystin. Experiences of Caregivers Who Have Children Identified As Picky Eaters Following Peer-based Feeding Groups. . 1121. uindy.hykucommons.org/concern/etds/e84862a4-22a0-4891-ac6f-9fb3881fb776?locale=en.

APA citation style (7th ed.)

T. Krystin. (1121). Experiences of Caregivers Who Have Children Identified as Picky Eaters Following Peer-Based Feeding Groups. https://uindy.hykucommons.org/concern/etds/e84862a4-22a0-4891-ac6f-9fb3881fb776?locale=en

Chicago citation style (CMOS 17, author-date)

Turner, Krystin. Experiences of Caregivers Who Have Children Identified As Picky Eaters Following Peer-Based Feeding Groups. 1121. https://uindy.hykucommons.org/concern/etds/e84862a4-22a0-4891-ac6f-9fb3881fb776?locale=en.

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Abstract
  • Picky eating affects 25% of typical developing children in the United States, but has a larger impact on families. Currently, there is limited research to enable occupational therapists to discern the best therapeutic interventions for this unique population of children. The current study used a qualitative case study methodology to explore the experiences of caregivers following their children’s engagement in a peer-based feeding group. Analysis of interviews identified two general themes among caregivers: challenges with having children who are picky eaters, and benefits from their children’s participation in peer-based feeding groups for both their children and themselves. Caregivers identified stressors during mealtime, societal isolation, and child refusal to try new foods as common challenges. Mutual understanding from others, a shift in accountability, and a sense of relief were identified as benefits following their children’s participation in peer-based feeding groups. Results suggest that peer-based feeding groups offer both caregivers and children substantial benefits in overcoming common challenges associated with their children’s picky eating.

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  • Doctor of Health Science

Level
  • Doctoral

Discipline
  • Health Science

Grantor
  • University of Indianapolis

Committee member
  • Lisa Borrero, PhD, FAGHE

  • Jennifer Fogo, PhD, OTR

  • Karen Harpster, PhD, OTR/L

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