A few months ago, I received treatment for ARFID. Prior to this treatment, I had never had any experiences with E.D services or even really knew about ARFID.

I think I only got diagnosed as I'm autistic. I feel anger towards being let down in my childhood in terms of growth (body type wise Coi LeRay for reference - she's an American rapper). The psychiatrist after finding out my parents height (D - 6ft3, M - 5ft8) and me 5ft5 they said I have stunted growth. I'm not too upset with that, as I do like my height. I'm upset at the wondering of "what could have been".

Being neglected with adverse childhood experiences with ARFID throw in being born prematurely, I'm surprised I survived childhood. Turning 30 next year, has been eye opening.

I'm only 49kg (when I shared the programme I had been 42kg :/ but I've been 55kg before) so hoping to slowly yet surely just get to a healthy weight. Although angry, I'm also relieved that I can see the weight gain and even thought it took years to find answers, I can finally try to beat ARFID.

I'm also grateful my best friend and partner are helpful / encouraging.