DEVELOPMENT OF EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY FOR FEEDING CHILDREN WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER.
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Autism Spectrum Disorder, Child Nutrition, Educational TechnologyAbstract
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects, to varying degrees, cognitive ability, social interaction, and communication. This study aimed to develop an educational technology (ET) on feeding based on the perceptions of parents, guardians, and caregivers of children with ASD assisted at the Association of Parents and Friends of Exceptional Individuals of Belém (APAE). This is a descriptive study with a qualitative–quantitative approach and methodological development, grounded in a literature review and semi-structured interviews conducted between February and May 2025, until theoretical saturation was reached with 10 participants. Socioeconomic-demographic, anthropometric, clinical, and dietary data were collected using a questionnaire adapted from the ASD Eating Behavior Assessment Scale. Quantitative data were organized using Microsoft Excel® and analyzed with Jamovi software, while qualitative analysis was conducted using QDA Miner Lite. The results showed that 100% of the participants were mothers and grandmothers, with low income and no prior access to educational technologies focused on feeding in ASD. The children presented frequent consumption of foods with liquid or
pureed consistency, presence of dysphagia, food selectivity, difficulties using cutlery, and preference for fruits such as bananas and apples, natural seasonings, and ultra-processed foods such as yogurt and filled cookies. Caregivers reported difficulties related to the introduction of new foods, food refusal, rapid eating, visual selectivity, and the influence of the children’s mood during meals. Based on the findings and scientific evidence, an e-book was developed as an educational technology, containing information organized into thematic categories such as food selectivity, eating disorders, nutritional strategies, and adapted recipes. It is concluded that the developed technology is a relevant resource to support families and promote healthy, welcoming, and inclusive feeding practices, considering the specificities of children with ASD.
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