Individual Motivational Sessions Improve Food Acceptance Among ARFID Patients

The second arm of the Stanford study focused on individual motivational therapy delivered online. Sessions employed games, imaginative activities such as creating a pretend restaurant and exploring cuisines from different countries. These exercises aimed to spark curiosity and reduce fear around eating. Participants demonstrated notable progress in trying previously avoided foods like eggs, avocado, yogurt and various fruits, confirming that tailored motivational techniques can effectively expand dietary variety in children with ARFID.