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@article{175954,
        author = {P. Ujwala Rama Chandra and K. Lalitha Prassana and K. Tejeswini and K. Manikarna Teja},
        title = {Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {11},
        number = {11},
        pages = {4485-4492},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=175954},
        abstract = {Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) is an eating disorder marked by a significant limitation in food intake, resulting in severe nutritional deficiencies, weight loss, and negative impacts on both physical and psychological health. Unlike anorexia nervosa, ARFID is not typically associated with a fear of weight gain or concerns about body image. Instead, it often presents as an intense aversion to certain foods, heightened sensitivity to food textures, tastes, or smells, and a general disinterest in eating. Individuals with ARFID may also experience anxiety, sensory sensitivities, and various medical complications due to inadequate nutrition. While ARFID can affect people of all ages, it is most commonly diagnosed in children and adolescents. Early detection and intervention are critical in preventing long-term health problems. Treatment usually involves a combination of nutritional rehabilitation, cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), and addressing underlying psychological factors such as anxiety or trauma. As research into ARFID progresses, the need for improved diagnostic criteria and more effective treatment options becomes increasingly important to enhance outcomes},
        keywords = {Picking Eating, Nutritional Deficiencies, Anxiety Around Food, Meal-time Anxiety, Restrictive Eating, Medical Complications.},
        month = {April},
        }