ARFID

ARFID stands for avoidant restrictive food intake disorder. A child with ARFID may eat only a small list of safe foods, avoid whole textures or colours, or eat very little at all. It is often driven by how food feels, smells or tastes, or by a fear of choking or being sick. It is different from anorexia and bulimia because it is not driven by worries about weight or body shape, which is one reason services set up for those conditions sometimes turn ARFID referrals away. It is strongly linked with autism Autism Autism is a difference in how the brain develops. It shapes how an autistic child sees and experiences the world, how they communicate, and how they respond to things like noise, light and touch. Read the full definition of Autism and ADHD ADHD ADHD is a difference in the way a child's brain works. It affects how they pay attention, how much energy they have, and how easily they act on impulse. Read the full definition of ADHD . Support varies a lot from area to area, so if you are worried, start with your GP and use the name ARFID.