ARFID: The little-known eating disorder that is on the rise

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ARFID: The little-known eating disorder that is on the rise

Cases of a little-known eating disorder called Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) are increasing, with growing numbers of families struggling to access adequate support, charities say.

Despite its potentially severe impact on physical and mental health, ARFID remains poorly understood, and many local health services are unequipped to address the condition, leading to a postcode lottery of treatment.

Read more: https://news.sky.com/story/arfid-the-little-known-eating-disorder-that-is-on-the-rise-13291139

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Date: January 26, 2025