Autism Spectrum Condition for dietitians. Part 2 – Effective management of dietary issues
Communication and behavioural issues in ASC can present unique challenges with food and eating
The presentation will cover:
Sensory issues: how they relate to diet
Visual supports to aid communication and compliance
Dealing with reluctant eaters
Common dietary problems in autism spectrum conditions
Watching this presentation and completing the assessment may contribute towards assessable Continuing Professional Development points.
About the presenter
Zoe Connor is a UK-registered dietitian who has specialised in paediatrics and autism for nearly 10 years. She combines working in the UK National Health Service with running a private practice and lecturing on dietetics. Zoe is the author of the chapter Autism Spectrum Disorders in two editions of the key UK text Clinical Paediatric Dietetics and was chair of the national British Dietetic Association group Dietitians in Autism from 2009 to 2013. Zoe strives to raise awareness of autism and related dietary issues among health, education and social care professionals, and to provide balanced information to parents, carers and individuals on the spectrum.
Registration includes
Access to a recording of the webinar
Presentation notes
Multiple-choice questions and answers
Suggested further reading
Registration types
Recording: $38 to receive a recording of the webinar online or DVD via post