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ARFID Awareness: What If Eating Was Your Biggest Fear?

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Published: August 18, 2024 by RHJ Producer

Since being officially labeled as a condition in 2013, avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) has been getting more attention. Cassidy Arvidson, an online advocate, explains what it feels like when food is one of your biggest fears, and a medical expert discusses the treatment options for these patients.


Guest Information:

  • Dr. Kamryn Eddy, Associate Professor of Psychology, Harvard Medical School, Co-Director, Eating Disorders Clinical and Research Program
  • Cassidy Arvidson, ARFID patient and advocate

Links for more info:

  • Dr. Kamryn Eddy
  • Massachusetts General Hospital: Eating Disorders Clinical and Research Program
  • Instagram: @arfidawarenesss
  • TikTok: @arfidawarenesss
Program #: 24-33Segment Type: Feature StoriesTopics: Education| Medical School| Psychology| Public Health| Recovery| School| TherapyGuests: Cassidy Arvidson| Dr. Kamryn EddyInstitutions & Organizations: Harvard Medical SchoolHost: Elizabeth WestfieldProducers: Jason Dickey| Kristen Farrah
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