Document Type
Research Paper
Publication Date
2025
Abstract
Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) frequently serve autistic students in the school setting. Research reveals a relationship between autism, sensory processing, and pediatric feeding disorder (PFD). As a result, autistic students may have compromised nutritional health and safety, which stands to impact their ability to access the curriculum. PFD is under the scope of the school-based speech-language pathologist’s practice. However, data has shown a perceived lack of confidence and a limited number of support and resources in the educational setting for SLPs to carry out interventions. This qualitative study will seek to understand the perspectives of elementary school-based SLPs regarding the implementation of feeding and swallowing interventions at school.
Recommended Citation
Szakovits, Kelsi L., "Elementary school-based speech-language pathologists' perspectives on the management of pediatric feeding and swallowing disorders" (2025). Brehm Scholars Research. 10.
https://commons.emich.edu/brehm/10
Comments
This paper is a Brehm Thesis Project submitted to the the Department of Special Education & Communication Sciences and Disorders on June 30, 2025.