Uploaded October 2024 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Learn about the basics of Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) from an expert in the treatment of eating disorders: Michelle Jones, Ph.D - a licensed clinical psychologist and clinical manager at Eating Recovery Center.
In this session titled "Supporting Your Loved One" she'll cover:
- How to help a loved one who is in treatment for an eating disorder
- How to provide emotional support and accountability as a caregiver
- Caregiver tips for meal coaching
- Setting realistic expectations for recovery
- Educational resources for caregivers supporting a loved one recovering from ARFID
- Self-care tips for caregivers while they support a loved one in eating disorder treatment
- Relapse prevention
Created for individuals seeking a deeper understanding of what ARFID is, the best treatment approaches, and how to effectively support a loved one with ARFID – this series can be helpful for family/friends supporting a child/adolescent OR adult loved one. However, guidance for how to best support a loved one with ARFID will be more geared toward those caring for a child or adolescent recovering from ARFID. Always remember to consult with your loved one's treatment team regarding specific questions or concerns.
If you or anyone you know is struggling with an eating disorder, visit bit.ly/4eI25KV or call (877) 825-8584 to speak confidentially with a Master’s-level clinician.
Learn about the basics of Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) from an expert in the treatment of eating disorders: Michelle Jones, Ph.D - a licensed clinical psychologist and clinical manager at Eating Recovery Center.
In this session titled "Supporting Your Loved One" she'll cover:
- How to help a loved one who is in treatment for an eating disorder
- How to provide emotional support and accountability as a caregiver
- Caregiver tips for meal coaching
- Setting realistic expectations for recovery
- Educational resources for caregivers supporting a loved one recovering from ARFID
- Self-care tips for caregivers while they support a loved one in eating disorder treatment
- Relapse prevention
Created for individuals seeking a deeper understanding of what ARFID is, the best treatment approaches, and how to effectively support a loved one with ARFID – this series can be helpful for family/friends supporting a child/adolescent OR adult loved one. However, guidance for how to best support a loved one with ARFID will be more geared toward those caring for a child or adolescent recovering from ARFID. Always remember to consult with your loved one's treatment team regarding specific questions or concerns.
If you or anyone you know is struggling with an eating disorder, visit bit.ly/4eI25KV or call (877) 825-8584 to speak confidentially with a Master’s-level clinician.
