Is being an extremely picky eater a disorder?: A Guide to Understanding ARFID
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While up to 50% of preschoolers exhibit some degree of picky eating, a normal developmental phase, it is typically outgrown. However, for some individuals, the behavior is far more severe, raising the question: is being an extremely picky eater a disorder? In many cases, this extreme behavior points to a serious clinical condition called Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID).
