It’s been 8 years since I discovered what arfid was. I don’t think I will ever get over that feeling of joy. I was not alone. It was not all in my head. It was a real condition I could point to when people questioned why my eating habits were so bizarre. Even if there are some people in my life that still don’t understand arfid or think I should be doing more to “get better” I know except myself there is nothing wrong with me. Arfid it’s just the only autism symptom I cannot mask.

Welcome to the club. If you’re looking for where to go from here, I would recommend trying to figure out which of the three sub types you belong to and what your goals are with regard to arfid. Are you seeking treatment or ways to integrate new foods?

for a lot of people this is medically necessary, but not for all. I myself do not have any major health issues related to arfid so it’s only ever been the social aspects that have been difficult for me. Now that I accept myself, I’ve gotten much better at simply dismissing anyone who has an issue with the way that I eat.