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ARFID — Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake
Beyond fussy eating: sensory, fear-based or low-interest eating that affects health.
5 topics
Parents & carers
Parents & carers
What is ARFID?
Three drivers: sensory sensitivity, fear of harm, low interest in food.
5 min read
Parents & carers
ARFID vs typical fussy eating
When to worry and when to wait.
4 min read
Parents & carers
Lunchtimes and school support
Making school manageable when food is hard.
4 min read
Parents & carers
DLA for ARFID
Eating support, supervision and time often exceed age expectations.
3 min read
Parents & carers
Daily strategies that help
Low-pressure approaches based on responsive feeding.
5 min read