To learn more, please contact CARD or reference our online training “Addressing Feeding Issues” at Chaining http://card-usf.fmhi.usf.edu/ resources/training.html French Florida’s First Choice for Autism Support

You can also find other The Center for Autism & Related Disabilities (CARD) provides support and assistance with the Fries resources on nutrition at goal of optimizing the potential of people with http://card-usf.fmhi.usf.edu/ autism spectrum disorder and related disabilities. A 4 step process to increase resources/materials/nutrition.html food choices and help kids card-usf.fmhi.usf.edu eat healthier

Center for Autism & Related Disabilities at USF College of Behavioral & Community Sciences University of South Florida 13301 Bruce B. Downs Blvd. MHC 2113A Tampa, FL 33612-3899

In Florida: 1-800-333-4530 or 813-974-2532

A Program of

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Other brand or sizes such as the child is currently Baked or mashed potatoes. store bought instead of . eating consistently. You can assist him to expand

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Adapted from: Food chaining: The proven 6-step plan to stop picky eating, solve feeding problems, and expand your child’s diet. Fraker, C., Fishbein, M., Cox, S., & Walbert, L. (2007). New York: Marlowe & Co.

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