Signs, Symptoms, and Effects
Signs, Symptoms, and Effects
ARFID eating habits are not formed by concerns of weight. However over time the lack of weight gain can take a toll on the person, physically and mentally.
As someone who did not receive a diagnosis for something I had my entire life until I was 20, I want to caution looking down on people who self diagnosis. Not only is that judgmental classicism, but it’s also ignorant. Doctors misdiagnose patients all the time, even when a patient presents them with the correct illness. This is not to say I didn’t receive a diagnosis or that I don’t trust doctors, but to always be mindful that some doctors have biases towards marginalized people, eating disorders, or they just get it plain wrong.You know
your body best and when it comes to an eating disorder with minimal support, it can be beneficial to do what you can to research your symptoms if you feel like you are suffering from ARFID and consult a holistic team of specialists. It took me 20 years to get answers, be mindful but also trust your gut!
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