The Experience of Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID): Understanding the experience of those living with, caring for and treating ARFID

About this study

Have you experienced or cared for someone with Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)? Are you a healthcare professional that treats people with this eating disorder? Take part in this important research to support the understanding of ARFID in Australia and identify the strengths and gaps in current therapies. Researchers from Queensland University of Technology are investigating ARFID, with a particular focus on diagnosis and treatment from the perspectives of lived experience, loved ones, carers, and clinicians.

Research TeamLead Investigator: Copeland Winten
InstitutionQueensland University of Technology
Websitehttps://qsurvey.qut.edu.au/jfe/form/SV_9uZ7KdmIYhO97L0
Project Start Date1 February 2024
Project End Date20 November 2024
ParticipantsYou’re eligible to take part in this survey if you are living in Australia and are:

- 18 years or older
- Living with or recovering from ARFID, including self-diagnosed
- A family member, loved one or carer of those living with ARFID
- Health professionals- those working with or interested in the area of ARFID
What is Involved20 minute online survey
Contact Details

Copeland.winten@hdr.qut.edu.au or 0481 418 871

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