Presented in 15th World Gastroenterology, IBD & Hepatology Conference from December 17-19, 2025, in Dubai, UAE & Online.
Speaker Name: Dr. Shafag Mammadova
Location: UK
Category: (Speaker/Oral )
Author: Öğr. Gör. DKT Shafag (Şafak) Mammadova¹,²
Affiliations:
¹ ADAY Development and Psychological Counseling Center, Istanbul, Türkiye
² Gelişim Yaşam Academy Rehabilitation Center, Istanbul, Türkiye
Biography: Shafag Mammadova is a Pediatric Feeding and Speech-Language Pathologist with over 20 years of clinical and academic experience. She is the founder of the ADAY Developmental and Psychological Counseling Center and the Gelişim Yaşam Akademi Rehabilitation Center in Istanbul, Türkiye. Mammadova specializes in autism spectrum disorder, oral-motor disorders, and multidisciplinary feeding therapy approaches integrating the principles of SOS Feeding, DIR Floortime, and Beckman Oral-Motor. She contributes to the development of early intervention and family-centered therapy practices through professional training, consulting, and presentations at international conferences.
Global Journal of Gastroenterology & Hepatology Research [GJGHR]
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Background
Gastrointestinal (GI) problems such as constipation, reflux, and food selectivity are highly prevalent in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). These symptoms often coexist with oral-motor, sensory, and behavioral challenges, intensifying feeding difficulties and negatively affecting communication and social participation. The study aims to highlight a multidisciplinary clinical framework integrating gastroenterology, speech–language pathology, and psychology to address these interconnected domains.
Methods
A 12-week clinical program was implemented for 20 children aged 2–8 years with ASD and co-occurring GI complaints. Assessment tools included the Beckman Oral Motor Skills Checklist, the Sensory Profile, and parent observation sheets. Interventions combined medical evaluation, sensory-based feeding therapy, oral-motor exercises, and caregiver training.
Results
Seventy-five percent of participants demonstrated improved food acceptance and oral tolerance. Constipation-related discomfort decreased in 60% of cases. Parents reported enhanced mealtime interactions and reduced behavioral distress. Collaborative monitoring between gastroenterologists and therapists improved treatment adherence and family satisfaction.
Conclusion
Multidisciplinary management effectively reduces feeding-related GI symptoms in children with ASD, facilitating better oral-motor control, behavioral regulation, and overall developmental progress. The integration of gastroenterological evaluation within speech–feeding therapy practices strengthens early intervention and holistic care outcomes.
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