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Naturalistic inquiry and treatment of coprophagia in one individual

Journal of Developmental and Physical Disabilities, ISSN: 1056-263X, Vol: 17, Issue: 4, Page: 361-367
2005
  • 10
    Citations
  • 0
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  • 14
    Captures
  • 0
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  • Citations
    10
    • Citation Indexes
      10
  • Captures
    14

Review Description

Coprophagia refers to the deliberate ingestion of one's fecal matter. This brief report details the naturalistic inquiry, assessment, and treatment of coprophagia in an adult with developmental disabilities and autism. An assessment was completed which identified self-stimulation as the function of the behavior. The intervention consisted of providing highly spiced, flavorful foods with meals and snacks for the person. Frequency of coprophagia decreased, but by a variable amount, for the first 6 months following initiation of the intervention, and then reduced to zero instances for a period of 26 months. © 2005 Springer Science + Business Media, Inc.

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