ARFID

Avoidant-Restrictive Food Intake Disorder

An eating disorder rooted in fear.

ARFID is an eating disorder characterized by the fear of food and/or the fear of eating.

Warning Signs of ARFID…

  • Weight loss

  • Nutritional deficiencies

  • Fear of choking/vomiting/gagging

  • Food-related anxiety

  • Limited variety of foods due to sensory issues

  • Low appetite

  • Fatigue

  • Medical issues including (but not limited to) malnutrition, chemical imbalances, loss of energy

ARFID can be fatal. Many individuals first seeking treatment for ARFID need a higher level of care (inpatient, residential, PHP) to account for medical issues that occur as a result of the condition. If this is the case for you, please reach out and we can provide you with the resources that you need at this time.

If you think that you or a loved one might be suffering from ARFID, reach out.

There is a way out, and you do not have to go through it alone.