Exploring the Categorization and Manifestations of Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)

This chapter explores Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID), a new eating disorder diagnosis with criteria involving weight gain issues, nutrition deficits, and reliance on supplements. It discusses the three main areas of ARFID: lack of interest in eating, sensory sensitivity, and fear of negative consequences related to eating.