Select Publications by Dr. Melanie Bachmeyer-Lee:
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Bachmeyer, M. H., Kirkwood, C. A., Criscito, A. B., Mauzy, C. R., & Berth, D. P. (2019). A comparison of methods of a functional analysis of inappropriate mealtime behavior. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 52, 603-621.
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Berth, D. P., Bachmeyer, M. H., Kirkwood, C. A., Mauzy, C. R., & Gibson, A. L. (2019). Further examination of the role of positive reinforcement in the treatment of pediatric feeding problems. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 52, 622 - 641.
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Bachmeyer, M. H., Gulotta, C. S., & Piazza, C. C. (2013). Liquid to baby food fading in the treatment of food refusal. Behavioral Interventions, 28, 281-298. doi: 10.1002/bin.1367
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Addison, L. R., Piazza, C. C., Patel, M. R., Bachmeyer, M. H., Rivas, K. M., Milnes, S. M., & Oddo, J. (2012). A comparison of sensory integrative and behavioral therapies as treatment for pediatric feeding disorders. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 45, 455 - 471.
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Rivas, K., Piazza, C. C., Patel, M. R., & Bachmeyer, M. H. (2010). An examination of stimulus fading and escape extinction in the treatment of food refusal. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 43, 673 - 683.
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Bachmeyer, M. H. (2009). Treatment of selective and inadequate food intake in children: A review and practical guide. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 2, 43-50. doi: 10.1007/BF03391736
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Bachmeyer, M. H., Piazza, C. C., Reed, G. K., Fredrick, L. D., Bethke, S. D, Murphy, K., & Kadey, H. J. (2009). Functional analysis and treatment of multiply controlled inappropriate mealtime behavior. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 42, 641 – 658.
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Patel, M. R., Reed, G. K., Piazza, C. C., Mueller, M. M., Bachmeyer, M. H., & Layer, S. A. (2007). Use of a high-probability instructional sequence to increase compliance of feeding demands in the absence of escape extinction. Behavioral Interventions.
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Patel, M. R., Reed, G. K., Piazza, C. C., Bachmeyer, M. H., Layer, S., & Pabico, R. (2006). An evaluation of a high- probability instructional sequence to increase acceptance of food and decrease inappropriate behavior in children with pediatric feeding disorders, Research in Developmental Disabilities, 27, 430 - 442.
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Reed, G. K., Piazza, C. C., Patel, M. R., Layer, S. A., Bachmeyer, M. H., Bethke, S. D., Gutshall, K. A. (2004). On the relative contribution of noncontingent reinforcement and escape extinction in the treatment of food refusal. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 37, 27-42.
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Additional Resources:
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Kerwin, M. E. (1999). Empirically supported treatments in pediatric psychology: severe feeding problems. Journal of Pediatric Psychology, 24, 193-214. https://doi-org.liblink.uncw.edu/10.1093/jpepsy/24.3.193
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Piazza, C. C. (2008). Feeding disorders and behavior: What have we learned? Developmental Disabilities Research Reviews, 14, 174-181. doi: 10.1002/ddrr.22
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Sharp, W.G., Berry, R.C., McCracken, C., Nuhu, N.N., Marvel, E., Saulnier, C.A.,… Jacquess, D.L. (2013). Feeding problems and nutrient intake in children with autism spectrum disorders: A meta-analysis and comprehensive review of the literature. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 43, 2159-2173. doi: 10.1007/s10803-013-1771-5
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Williams, K. E., Riegel, K., Gibbons, B., & Field, D. G. (2007). Intensive Behavioral Treatment for Severe Feeding Problems: A Cost-effective Alternative to Tube Feeding? Journal of Developmental and Physical Disabilities, 19, 227– 235. DOI 10.1007/s10882-007-9051-y
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