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Understanding ARFID: A New Eating Disorder With Hannah’s Journey And Treatment Insights

Hannah, now 8 years old, has struggled with Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) since she was 7. Unlike anorexia nervosa or bulimia nervosa, ARFID isn't about body image but about severe anxiety and restrictions around food. It began when she refused to switch from formula to solid foods, leading to...