My 8 year old son, with Asperger's, is very obsessional about food. He constantly overeats, never seems to feel full and is always asking when it is lunch time etc. even if he has only just had breakfast.
He binges on dairy and sweet food if he has the chance and things have got so bad we have to lock up the kitchen and cant allow him in there on his own. He fully understands he shouldnt be taking food all the time but seems unable to stop.
We have tried motivational systems with prizes of things he really likes but this only works for a few days at a time. he will take food from his sisters if we dont watch him at mealtimes and eats very quickly, not chewing his food. We have to keep reminding him to slow down.
We have spoken to his pead about this but with little help offered other than watch his weight.
Is this common with Aspergers Are there others having the same issues. Any advice greatly appreciated.