Online Feeding Education for Fathers of Children With Feeding Problems

Examining the Effects of Online Awareness Training for Fathers on Parental Attitudes and Children's Eating Behaviors in Feeding Problems: A Pilot Study

This pilot study aims to investigate the effects of a four-week online feeding awareness training program for fathers of typically developing children aged 3-6 years. The study will examine changes in fathers' parental self-efficacy and feeding attitudes, as well as their children's eating and mealtime behaviors.

The main research question is whether an online awareness training program for fathers can improve parental self-efficacy and feeding attitudes and contribute to positive changes in children's eating behaviors. Outcomes will be assessed at baseline, immediately after the intervention, and at a four-week follow-up.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Fathers aged 18 years or older who have a typically developing child aged 3-6 years.
• The child has not previously received feeding therapy or occupational therapy intervention.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Presence of a serious psychiatric condition or a condition that may affect cognitive functioning in either the father or the child.
• Missing more than one session of the training program.
• Lack of access to digital devices or the internet.