What is ARFID! ARFID is so much more than not wanting to eat. It is a serious eating disorder driven by fear, sensory differences, and anxiety, not by body image or a desire to lose weight. Recovery isn’t measured by finishing a plate of food; it’s measured in courage, patience, and the countle

Many autistic people experience sensory differences, heightened anxiety, a need for predictability, or difficulty recognising hunger and fullness. These differences can make eating feel overwhelming and, for some, lead to ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder). 🍽️ ARFID is not fussy e