How ARFID Traits Can Show Up in Recovery From Anorexia, Bulimia, and Binge Eating Disorder

When people hear the term ARFID—Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder—they often think of children with extreme food aversions. But here’s something less talked about:
👉 ARFID traits can show up during recovery from anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorder.

If you’ve ever felt stuck with food fears, sensory overwhelm, or uncertainty about what’s “safe” to eat—even after doing a ton of recovery work—you’re not alone. These may not be lingering eating disorder behaviors. They could be ARFID traits that were always there, just hidden.

Let’s explore why this happens, how to recognize it, and what supportive, neurodivergent-affirming recovery can look like. 💛