Smearing 101: What to do about poo

Season 2 Episode 16

Fecal smearing and ingesting are taboo topics that often elicit a considerable amount of shame for families. We felt like it was time to give this topic some attention to those who are struggling in the dark and aren't comfortable reaching out for suggestions in the online support groups. In response to very little information openly available to families struggling with smearing and consuming feces (scatolia and coprophagia), Genevieve Engleman, The Remote OT, shares with us the background behind the behavior, information to reduce the stigma, and ways we can try to prevent and address this issue.

We talk about:

Why mammals may consume their own feces
History and incidence of these behaviors
Reducing the stigma and shame associated
What the behavior may be communicating
How to address any potential medical problems that could lead to these behaviors
What to do if and when it happens
Ways to use OT, and sensory play to meet the needs currently served by poop play

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