Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder falls under the Mental Health category.

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Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder

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•Last Updated: October 13, 2024

Avoidant restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) is a mental health condition in which people who are affected do not consume enough or adequate nutrients due to the avoidance or restriction of certain foods or food groups. This avoidance and/or restriction is not driven by a concern with body image or a desire to lose weight.

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Last Updated:October 13, 2024

Overview

What is avoidant restrictive food intake disorder?

What are the main signs and symptoms of avoidant restrictive food intake disorder?

How is avoidant restrictive food intake disorder diagnosed?

What are some of the main medical treatments for avoidant restrictive food intake disorder?

Have any supplements been studied for avoidant restrictive food intake disorder?

How could diet affect avoidant restrictive food intake disorder?

Are there any other treatments for avoidant restrictive food intake disorder?

What causes avoidant restrictive food intake disorder?

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Investigating the topic of food restricting and avoiding in people with autism

Frequently asked questions

Is ARFID the same as “picky eating”?

What is the role of hunger-regulating hormones in avoidant restrictive food intake disorder?

Are probiotic supplements recommended for avoidant restrictive food intake disorder?

Can avoidant restrictive food intake disorder be caused by autism?

Can avoidant restrictive food intake disorder be caused by gastrointestinal problems?

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