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ArticleJournal of nutrition education and behavior2026

A Qualitative Study of Nutrition Behaviors and Community Resources for Autistic Adolescents and Young Adults.

Acadia W Buro, Monica F Asencio Pimentel, Heidi Rishel Brakey, Mussammat Snigdha Sowrin, Andrew L Sussman, Diana M Gonzales-Pacheco, Shannon Gregg, Lindsey M Bomke, Patricia L Osbourn, Lorenda Belone and 1 more

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11 authors.

Acadia W BuroCollege of Population Health, University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, Albuquerque, NM. Electronic address: aburo@salud.unm.edu.
Monica F Asencio PimentelCradle to Career Policy Institute, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM.
Heidi Rishel BrakeyClinical and Translational Science Center, University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, Albuquerque, NM.
Mussammat Snigdha SowrinCollege of Population Health, University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, Albuquerque, NM.
Andrew L SussmanDepartment of Family and Community Medicine, University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, Albuquerque, NM.
Diana M Gonzales-PachecoCollege of Education & Human Sciences, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM.
Shannon GreggDepartment of Pediatrics, University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, Albuquerque, NM.
Lindsey M BomkeUniversity of New Mexico Sandoval Regional Medical Center, Albuquerque, NM.
Patricia L OsbournCenter for Development and Disability, A University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities, University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, Albuquerque, NM.
Lorenda BeloneCollege of Population Health, University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, Albuquerque, NM.
Elizabeth Yakes JimenezCollege of Population Health, University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, Albuquerque, NM; Cradle to Career Policy Institute, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM; Department of Pediatrics, University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, Albuquerque, NM; Department of Internal Medicine, University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, Albuquerque, NM.

Funding

UNM HSC Clinical and Translational Science CenterUL1TR001449 · NCATS · UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO HEALTH SCIS CTR · PI CAMPEN, MATTHEW J, PANDHI, NANCY · 2015 to 2024
$36.9M
NCATS NIH HHS UL1 TR001449
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

objectiveWe evaluated influences on nutrition behaviors and barriers and facilitators to accessing nutrition resources for autistic adolescents and young adults (AYAs) aged 15-25 years.

designZoom semistructured interviews (30-60 minutes) using a modified community-based participatory research approach.

settingUrban, suburban, and rural areas in New Mexico.

participantsSeven autistic AYAs aged 18-25 years (43% male), 7 caregivers, and 7 service providers. PHENOMENON OF INTEREST: Influences on nutrition behaviors and access to nutrition resources, guided by the social ecological model. ANALYSIS: Thematic analysis, validated through iterative coding and review by researchers and a community advisory board.

resultsThemes common across groups included lack of tailored nutrition programs addressing social and sensory needs, difficulties navigating traditional food environments, and financial constraints limiting access to nutrient-dense foods. Participants emphasized the value of flexible, adaptive formats-especially online and group-based-and the importance of routine, sensory considerations, and familiar foods. Caregivers and providers highlighted external influences of the school food environment and peers, and a lack of awareness of available resources. CONCLUSIONS AND IMPLICATIONS: Findings highlight the need for structured, sensory-inclusive nutrition programs that integrate community-based and digital resources, emphasize self-efficacy, and address environmental and social influences to promote long-term healthy eating habits for autistic AYAs.

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Autistic DisorderFeeding BehaviorAdolescentAdultCommunity-Based Participatory ResearchFemaleHumansMaleNew MexicoQualitative ResearchYoung Adultadolescents and young adultsautismautisticinterviewsnutrition

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PMID41427911
PMCPMC12724635

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