ARFID in Adults: Why It’s Often Missed
Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) is often thought of as a childhood condition. But many adults are living with ARFID — often without realizing that their eating patterns have a name. Some adults with ARFID have struggled with food since childhood. Others may notice their eating became more restrictive after a stressful experience, illness, […]
Understanding ARFID and Rejection Sensitivity
If you live with ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder) or suspected ARFID, you know that eating isn’t always just about hunger or nutrition. For many adults with ARFID, meals can feel overwhelming, unpredictable, or even unsafe — and that can trigger deep emotional responses. One of the lesser-discussed factors that can make food especially challenging […]
Foundations of Support and Nourishment: An ARFID Workbook
When it comes to supporting individuals with Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID), nutrition care goes far beyond what’s on the plate. It’s about creating safety, understanding, and structure — the foundation that makes nourishment possible. That’s exactly why I created Foundations of Support and Nourishment: An ARFID Workbook — a resource for adults, caregivers, and […]