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Summary
3 hours CE
by C. Christie, PhD, RD; L. Christie, PhD, LMFT; G. Vredenburg, MS, RD; J. Watkins, PhD, MPH
Course Description
The purpose of this course is to detail the symptoms and subtypes of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), describe developmental and behavioral issues, outline assessment and diagnostic considerations, and briefly scan the literature on the efficacy of various treatment approaches. It will also outline common GI problems and feeding difficulties in autism, exploring the empirical data and/or lack thereof regarding any links between GI disorders and autism. Sections on feeding difficulties offer interventions and behavior change techniques. A final section on nutritional considerations discusses unusual food preferences or sensitivities, growth and weight concerns, and food allergies and sensitivities with an objective look at the science and theory behind a variety of nutrition interventions.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, learners should be able to:
- Distinguish among autism, Asperger syndrome, and pervasive developmental disorder-not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS)
- List the 3 core features of autism spectrum disorders (ASD)
- Identify 3 major approaches used in social communication training for ASD
- Describe 3 GI problems that may occur in children with ASD
- Identify 3 strategies for dealing with feeding problems in children with ASD
- Describe 2 dietary treatments often recommended for children with ASD
- List 3 reasons why children with ASD may have nutritionally inadequate diets
- Name 6 vitamin/mineral supplements commonly used in the treatment of ASD
- Describe the premise behind enzyme supplementation, probiotics & the Feingold Program
Difficulty Level: Beginning to Intermediate
Pub date 2008
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