ArticleDiseases (Basel, Switzerland)2025
Association Between Sleep Disturbance and Behavioral Feeding Problems in Children and Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
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- Eating and Sleep Disturbances in Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorder in Turkey: A Systematic Review.Journal of autism and developmental disorders · 2026Pooled it
- Prevalence and associated factors of sleep disorders in children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder: a meta-analysis and systematic review.BMC psychiatry · 2026Pooled it
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Abstract
introductionChildren and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often present sleep and eating problems. However, the relationship between these two factors has seldom been studied.
objectiveThis paper aimed to examine the association between sleep disturbances and feeding problems in children and adolescents with ASD.
methodsThis cross-sectional observational study assessed feeding behaviors using the Behavioral Pediatrics Feeding Assessment Scale (BPFAS) and assessed sleep problems with the Sleep Disturbance Scale for Children (Bruni scale). Bivariate analyses and multivariate logistic and linear regression analyses were performed.
resultsSleep disturbances were significantly associated with autism severity (
conclusionsThe findings suggest that greater autism severity and more pronounced feeding behaviors are independently associated with an increased risk of sleep disturbances in children and adolescents with ASD. Specific maladaptive mealtime behaviors, such as poor appetite, tantrums, and chewing difficulties, may serve as predictors of sleep problems, highlighting the need for integrated screening and early intervention strategies.
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