What is ARFID?

ARFID or Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder is a type of eating disorder. Learn more about the signs of ARFID, and how to find support for you or someone you love.

• Use our Find Your Therapist Tool to find support near you: https://findyourtherapist.adaa.org/

If you or a loved one is experiencing a crisis, please call or text 988, available 24/7

This video was made in collaboration with Mclean Hospital.

This page was updated 02/05/25

If you are in crisis please dial 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Please note that ADAA is not a direct service organization. ADAA does not provide psychiatric, psychological, or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

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