The Bigger Picture: Autism, ADHD, Feeding Difficulties and Weight in Children, via the British Dietetic Association

Objectives/Aims:

1. Explore the range of sensory, interoceptive, executive-function, motor, emotional, environmental and contextual factors that can influence eating and feeding in Autistic and/or ADHD children.
2. Recognise how feeding difficulties, food access, weight stigma and barriers within health and dietetic services can interact to affect nutritional well-being and access to appropriate support.
3. Identify practical, neuro-affirming strategies that dietitians and other professionals can use to support nutrition, reduce food-related stress and work collaboratively with children and families.