Finding Safe Foods for ARFID
For most people, trying a new food might be mildly uncomfortable. For someone living with Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID), it can feel terrifying. What looks like “picky eating” from the outside is often an overwhelming sensory or emotional response that makes eating feel unsafe, unpredictable, or physically unbearable. At Oasis Eating Recovery, we know […]
ERP for the Treatment of ARFID
Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) is one of the most misunderstood eating disorders. Unlike anorexia nervosa or bulimia, ARFID isn’t driven by body image concerns. Instead, it’s defined by a persistent difficulty meeting nutritional needs due to food avoidance, which can lead to weight loss, nutritional deficiencies, and impaired functioning. The DSM-5 recognizes ARFID as […]
Disordered Eating vs. Eating Disorders: Views from Our Clinical Team
In our work across the Central Valley—including communities like Fresno, Clovis, Selma, and Visalia—we frequently encounter individuals and families who are unsure whether the eating behaviors they’re observing fall under the category of disordered eating or a diagnosable eating disorder. The confusion is understandable: behaviors like skipping meals, cutting out entire food groups, or obsessing […]
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