Sorry I'm just getting back here! I saw some people answer. You know.... for some weird reason, there is a big connection between food issues and disabilities. I did have 1 with Prader Willi, so of course his stuff was locked. But others just had really odd hoarding behaviors (one of my girls would hide sleeves of crackers everywhere in her room! I asked one to carry a bag in and when she put her arm down, it was like a trick or treat bag pouring out her sweatshirt sleeve lol). Sometimes, it would cause them to be up all night prowling for food. I had one that would literally beat people up if she thought you had food on you, so she could have it. Out of my eh, probably 200 clients, she was the only one I was probably legitimately scared of. Food has extreme power and causes extreme behavioral issues. I had 1 that would try to go to the store and sell sex for a Coke and a honey bun. And trust me, they were all well fed, healthy, but had treats- not deprived. Food just seemed to be a big issue for many!
I can 100% guarantee our food was never locked to punish. Loving parents (by every account she was) don't lock food for control issues. They lock it for the safety of the child.
Here is an article that talks about some of the issues:
https://www.ambitiousaboutautism.org.uk/understanding-autism/health/eating-issues
These common issues are difficult enough; their knock-on effects can cause further problems. For instance, its common for people with autism to eat either too much or too little. This tends to cause problems with general health and wellbeing, and trying to get your son or daughter to eat more or less than they want can lead to conflicts and behaviour problems. Refusing certain food groups also means missing important nutrients: even if the quantities are right, the quality may be lacking.
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