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| Trauma-Informed Care for Feeding Problems |
| Sunday, May 25, 2025 |
| 9:00 AM–9:50 AM |
| Convention Center, Street Level, 140 B |
| Area: CBM; Domain: Service Delivery |
| CE Instructor: Ashley Andersen-Weber, Ph.D. |
| Chair: Ashley Andersen-Weber (Clinic 4 Kidz) |
| MEETA R. PATEL (Clinic 4 Kidz & Stanford University School of Medicine) |
| LISA TERESHKO (Endicott College) |
| PETER GIROLAMI (Kennedy Krieger Institute) |
| Abstract: Children can develop pediatric medical traumatic stress (PMTS) as a result of various medical procedures that have been paired with negativity. To provide treatment for feeding problems, trauma-informed care practices are warranted. However, very little is known about how to incorporate trauma-informed care in the treatment of feeding problems (Gover et al., 2024). Rajaraman et al. (2022) compiled four tenants of trauma-informed care that can be applied to behavior analytic practice: (1) acknowledge trauma and its potential impact, (2) ensure safety and trust, (3) promote choice and shared governance, and (4) emphasize skill building. Our expert panel will engage in a comprehensive discussion of these tenants and share insights into how behavior analysts can apply them effectively. This session aims to guide behavior analysts, researchers, and practitioners through incorporating trauma-informed care practices into their clinical practice while maintaining evidence-based practices. In addition, this session seeks to facilitate open discussions while exploring emerging trends in research and practice. |
| Instruction Level: Intermediate |
| Target Audience: Interested individuals should have a basic understanding of the assessment and treatment of feeding problems. |
Learning Objectives: 1. identify the four tenants of trauma-informed care
2. describe how behavior analysts can apply these tenants to treating feeding problems
3. state strategies for navigating trauma-informed care and evidence-based practice |
| Keyword(s): ARFID, feeding disorders, trauma-informed care |
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