ARFID Insights
Erin and Aubrey discuss ARFID, a feeding disorder driven by textures and fears, not body image. They share how to approach someone showing concerning behaviors without judgment, emphasizing open discussions over finger-pointing.In this clip
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Maintenance Phase
Eating Disorders
Related Questions
What causes Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)?
What are common symptoms of Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)?
What should be done in the case of someone who has been in a quasi-recovered state for years, doesn't actively strive to lose weight, but has deeply ingrained eating disorder habits, as discussed in Episode 188: Ask Erika Holmes MFT and Coping with Eating Disorders? For instance, what should be done for an individual who is okay with an increasing weight but struggles to accept their body looking different than what they are used to? What about someone who routinely binges at a specific part of the day and cannot stop themselves from purging certain foods that they used to view as "bad" foods, despite not seeing them that way anymore?