Understanding ARFID (Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder)

Date/Time

22/04/2026 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Who the course is for: this course is for those working with children and young people (in any capacity), and parents, carers, or those caring for children and young people.

About this course: Delivered by the MYA RAISE Team, this Bitesize course gives an overview of ARFID in children and young people. This course will explore what ARFID is, and what it isn’t focusing on the difference between a ‘picky eater’ and a diagnosis of ARFID. It will consider what factors may contribute to presentations of ARFID and the impact on a child or young person. The session will also highlight what professionals, parents and carers can do to help including signposting to local and online support services.

 

Learning outcomes:

  1. Understanding of what an ARFID is and what is considered when making a diagnosis
  2. Knowledge of the characteristics of ARFID and factors that contribute to ARFID presentations
  3. Insight into the signs and symptoms to look out for, including what is picky eating and what is an ARFID diagnosis?
  4. Strategies to support a child or young person with ARFID including signposting

 

Time length: 1 hour

Delivery method: via Zoom. You will receive confirmation of this from the deliverer via email prior to the course date.

Delivered by: Rhiann Barrett (rhiannb@mya.org.uk)

 

PLEASE NOTE:

You will be sent an email from donotreply@mail.liverpoolcamhs.com confirming your booking status, so we recommend you add this email to your safe sender list and check your spam folder if you do not receive your email.

Certificates of attendance will only be issued to the lead event booker – not additional delegates made on the same booking. If you require a personal certificate, please ensure you proceed with your own individual booking. 

 

Please contact Rhiann (RhiannB@mya.org.uk ) if you have any questions about this course. 

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