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Sarah Sarah wrote on January 18, 2018 at 2:17 pm
Hi, my name is Sarah and I hope it's OK to post here. I'm not a picky eater, by my 13 year old son is and he and I are both worried about it. He and I are talking about it, and I want to know how to support him. For years, I would just get mad at him because it felt like he was just being oppositional. Now I realize this is not a choice he's making, but possibly a disorder he's wrestling with. He's not as extreme as some of the struggles I'm reading about others' having. He actually likes to try new things, but he often sits down to eat feeling hungry and then something will put him off and he'll eat a few bites and feel ill or just full. He's very sensitive to smells and textures, but likes spicy things and is attracted to colorful foods. I would love to hear suggestions for how I can support him so he and I can be allied in helping him work this through. Thank you!
Admin Reply by: Bob
Dear Sarah
While some of his symptoms appear to be in line with those of us that have what is being called ARFID other things he is doing do not. You might want to ge a complete check up for him and make sure they do a reflux check. You are welcome here with us and we are happy to hear from you on behalf of your son. He is now getting to the age that our disorder is probably the worst in terms of social embarrassment. Dating Parties and school events are going to include lots of food. Wishing you good luck.
Bob K
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