Eating Disorders: Definition, Symptoms, Traits, Causes, Types and Treatment

Avoidant / Restrictive Food Intake Disorder

Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder
Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder

Described as an eating disorder, avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) is a condition characterized by persistent failure to meet nutritional needs and  very picky eating. [9]

The Signs  for food avoidance or a limited food repertoire in ARFID can be one or more of the following: