ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder): 

ARFID is a disorder where individuals restrict their food intake due to a variety of factors such as sensory sensitivities, fear of choking, or lack of interest in food. Unlike anorexia, ARFID is not driven by concerns about body image or weight. It’s often rooted in trauma, sensory processing issues, or early childhood experiences.

Recovery for ARFID may look different than for someone with anorexia or bulimia. Individuals with ARFID may need exposure therapy to gradually introduce new foods, and they may require extra support to address the sensory issues that prevent them from eating. It is absolutely possible to recover from ARFID, but it requires patience, compassion, and an indivually tailored approach.