Nourishing Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder: A Multiphased Dietetic Intervention

January 2026 in “ Queensland University of Technology ”

Copeland Grace Winten

TLDR Dietetic-led cognitive-behavioral therapy may improve treatment for adults with ARFID.

This thesis explores avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) in Australia, focusing on therapeutic treatments for adolescents and adults through a meta-analysis and a qualitative study. It compares the experiences of individuals with ARFID, their families, and clinicians. The research includes a pilot intervention using dietetic-led cognitive-behavioral therapy, providing initial insights into enhancing treatment and care for adults with ARFID in Australia.

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