Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder
Understanding Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) is a relatively new eating disorder that is characterized by a persistent lack of interest in food or an avoidance of certain foods, which can lead to significant weight loss, nutritional deficiencies, and impaired psychosocial functioning. Unlike other eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa or […]
Understanding Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) is a relatively new diagnosis that falls under the category of feeding and eating disorders. It is characterized by a persistent and severe restriction of food intake, leading to significant weight loss, nutritional deficiencies, and impaired psychosocial functioning. Unlike other eating disorders, such as anorexia […]
