Common Types Of Eating Disorders

Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder

Avoidant restrictive food intake disorder, typically shortened to ARFID, is a newer eating disorder. However, it shares a serious similarity with anorexia: severe restrictions in food consumed. This is part of what makes it a common eating disorder. It is different, however, in that these patients are not concerned about being fat in the same way. This condition is much more than picky eating. Individuals who are simply picky eaters will get enough calories to maintain their body’s functions, but those with ARFID will not.

Individuals with avoidant restrictive food intake disorder will experience extreme weight loss. They will also deal with other physical symptoms, including constipation, fatigue, pain in their abdomen, and always feeling full around mealtimes with other individuals. They will not be interested in food, dress in baggy clothing, and the foods they allow themselves to consume will often become narrower as time passes.

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