Understanding ARFID: The Eating Disorder That Isn’t About Body Image
Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder, commonly known as ARFID, is a complex feeding and eating disorder characterized by a persistent failure to meet appropriate nutritional or energy needs. Unlike anorexia nervosa or bulimia, ARFID is not driven by body image distortion or a desire for weight loss. According to the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA), individuals … Read more