Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) is a complex and often misunderstood eating disorder that can affect children and young people across a range of neurotypes. It goes far beyond “picky eating” and can have a serious impact on health, wellbeing, and family life.
In this accessible and informative webinar, Elizabeth Shea, one of the UK’s leading specialists in ARFID, will introduce the core features of the condition and explain how to recognise it, understand it, and begin supporting those affected.
This session is ideal for both parents and professionals (including educators, clinicians, and support workers) looking to build foundational knowledge and confidence around ARFID.
We’ll explore:
- What ARFID is and what it isn’t
- Common signs, behaviours, and underlying causes
- Helpful approaches at home, in education, and in clinical settings
A vital first step in understanding this often-overlooked condition - and how early, informed support can make all the difference.
Why join live?
Attending live isn’t just about watching a webinar, it’s about being part of something powerful in real time.
Here’s what you get when you join us live at Sunshine Support:
✅ You get your questions answered…Our sessions always include a live Q&A with our expert speakers where you can ask what’s on your mind and get tailored advice that you won’t find on Google.
✅ You get to feel seen and understoodThere’s something special about joining other parents who get it. You’ll be in a room (virtually!) with people who understand the challenges you’re facing; they will share the same fears and challenges that you have and you’ll leave feeling less alone.
✅ You get practical takeaways you can use right awayWe don’t just talk theory. You’ll leave the webinar with real strategies and a better understanding of how to support your child.
✅ There is no pressure – just come as you areYour camera won’t be on so come in your PJs if that’s what’s comfy. Or you can listen in while doing the washing up or sitting with a cuppa. There’s no judgment, just support.
We get your life is unpredictable and you might not be able to make it – that’s OK. As long as you have purchased a ticket, we’ll send you the full replay within 24 hours of the webinar taking place.
The important bits you need to know:
- All webinars are recorded except where we explicitly state they will not be
- When you sign up, we will send you the link to the webinar. You’ll get reminder emails in the run-up to the event so long as you don’t unsubscribe from Eventbrite emails
- When you join the webinar your camera and microphone are automatically turned off so we cannot see or hear you.
- If you are delayed then don’t worry about joining late.
- If something comes up and you cannot make it then don’t worry as all ticketholders are sent a link to the recording of the webinar the next day. This is then available to you for 30 days.
- Slides, references and CPD certificates are also sent out the next day.
- Join live and you have the chance to ask any questions you might have.
- Any questions or queries, then please email them through to events@sunshine-support.org.uk
DISCLAIMER
The views expressed in the webinar are of the presenter and not Sunshine Support as an organisation. The information detailed on this page is accurate at the time of publishing. We reserve the right to change the speaker at any time. There maybe events outside of our control that contribute to this and our intention will always be to ensure the webinar goes ahead and meets the brief as closely as possible.
