The prevalence and burden of avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) in a general adolescent population

ConclusionsThe prevalence of possible ARFID was found to be similar to that of anorexia nervosa and binge eating disorder in the general adolescent population. Adolescents who identify as girls rather than boys may be more likely to develop ARFID, replication with new samples is required to confirm these findings. The impact of ARFID on HRQoL may be minimal in adolescence and become more significant in adulthood, further research using longitudinal design, healthy control groups and/or diagnostic interviews is required.
Source: Journal of Eating Disorders - Category: Eating Disorders & Weight Management Source Type: research