Brecken's Big Bite: Overcoming ARFID One Adventure at a Time

Twelve-year-old Brecken always thought he was just a “super picky eater”—the kind of kid who avoids weird textures, funky smells, and anything that looks even slightly suspicious. After a disastrous week at scout camp, where every meal felt like a survival challenge, his mom discovers something called ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder). Suddenly, Brecken’s struggles with food make sense in a way they never did before. Armed with a diagnosis and plenty of awkward moments, Brec...