There are many similarities in the eating patterns of autistic people with ARFID and those who have ARFID but no additional autism. These include: Sensory sensitivities, high anxiety around foods/eating situations and lack of interest in food. Click the picture to find out more.
A nutrition focused podcast all about Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) in toddlers, children and teens, including those living with complex presentations of Autism, anxiety, ADHD, OCD and other psychiatry. Click the picture to access the podcast.
Eating Disorders Victoria information on ARFID and Autism. Click the link to find out more.
Why do autistic people develop ARFID? While people on the autism spectrum may often be characterised as having ‘picky’ or ‘fussy’ eating habits, those with co-occurring ARFID experience much more severe and restrictive behaviours. It is estimated that between 12.5% and 33.3% of people with ARFID are also on the autism spectrum. Click the link to learn more.