Experience of mealtimes and eating for children with disabilities who are restricted eaters.
About this study
There is currently an opportunity for children and young people with disabilities who are restricted eaters to participate in research aimed at understanding how children and young people perceive and experience mealtimes and eating.
Research TeamRene Fraser, PhD Candidate; Dr Kim Bulkeley PhD; Dr Rebecca Barton PhD
InstitutionThe University of Sydney
Ethics Approval Number2024/HE001270
Funding SourceNone
Project Start Date6 November 2024
Project End Date5 November 2028
ParticipantsThe research team are seeking participants who meet the following criteria
• Are aged between 5 and 16 years of age
• Have a lifelong disability
• Eat fewer than 30 foods; or exclude whole food groups; or are unable to participate in family mealtimes.
• Are aged between 5 and 16 years of age
• Have a lifelong disability
• Eat fewer than 30 foods; or exclude whole food groups; or are unable to participate in family mealtimes.
What is InvolvedParticipants will be asked to take photos or short videos of mealtimes over a 2 week period and then participate in an interview over Zoom with Rene Fraser using the photos and videos to support the child or young person’s communication and explore their experiences of eating and mealtimes. Children and young people will be supported to participate in interviews using a range of developmentally appropriate communication supports. The purpose of the research is to learn about children and young people’s experiences to support a holistic understanding of mealtimes and interventions that are provided to these children and young people ultimately supporting development of resources.
If you and your child are interested in participating in this research please contact the research team to gain more information and register your interest.
If you and your child are interested in participating in this research please contact the research team to gain more information and register your interest.
LocationOnline
Contact Details
rfra6188@uni.sydney.edu.au