Posts tagged ARFID
Eating Disorders in Men
Eating Disorders in Men

Shedding light on eating disorders in men, this BALANCE blog navigates the unique challenges, impacts, and support options available. Men deserve recovery, too.

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Mental Health, Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Recovery, MenAmanda Nussbaummental health, recovery, free support group, friends, mental illness awareness week, support, support system, signs of an eating disorder, ED signs, anorexia nervosa, bulimia, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder, ARFID, awareness, Men, mens mental health, men eating disorder, eating disorder men, eating disorders men, eating disorder in men, dieting men, men diet, male dieting
Myths About ARFID
Myths About ARFID

ARFID, or Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder, is an eating disorder where individuals avoid specific foods due to texture, smell, or taste, resulting in a lack of proper nutrients. Previously known as a selective eating disorder, ARFID had evolved into a new diagnosis found in the DSM-5-TR. However, misconceptions and myths surrounding ARFID make this eating disorder more difficult to treat and understand.

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Eating Disorders, ARFIDAmanda Nussbaumeating disorder, disordered eating, Lesser-known eating disorders, ARFID diagnosis, ARFID, arfid, avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder, picky eating, food texture, food tastre, symptoms of ARFID, signs of ARFID, ARFID and children, picky eating and children, fear of choking, fear of throwing up, fear of vomiting
The Relationship Between Eating Disorders and OCD
The Relationship Between Eating Disorders and OCD

Explore the intricate relationship between eating disorders and OCD. Learn about the overlapping behaviors, thought patterns, and effective treatment approaches.

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Eating Disorders, Relapse Prevention, Recovery, ARFIDAmanda Nussbaummental health, eating disorder recovery, ARFID diagnosis, ARFID, awareness, OCD, ocd awareness, ocd awareness week, exposure, exposure therapy, relapse prevention, response prevention, anxiety, social anxiety, trauma, obsessive compulsive disorder
10 Signs a Friend May Be Struggling With an Eating Disorder
10 Signs a Friend May Be Struggling With an Eating Disorder

Discover the subtle signs indicating a friend's struggle with an eating disorder. Learn to recognize these red flags and offer support.

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Mental Health, Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Recovery, Relapse PreventionAmanda Nussbaummental health, recovery, free support group, friends, mental illness awareness week, support, support system, signs of an eating disorder, ED signs, anorexia nervosa, bulimia, Bulimia Nervosa, binge eating, Binge Eating Disorder, ARFID, awareness
Overview of Less Well-Known Eating Disorders
Overview of Less Well-Known Eating Disorders

Many of us are familiar with and recognize anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorder as the most common eating disorders. In addition to these well-known mental health disorders, there are a plethora of less-recognized eating disorders that affect the mental and physical health of millions of individuals. The lack of recognition amongst these lesser-known eating disorders does not make them any less serious or life-threatening.

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Eating DisordersMegan MadsenOrthorexia, ARFID, OSFED