‘Fussy eating’ disorder linked to differences in brain structure, study shows

The research was the first to use neuroimaging to study the brains of children with avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder

The study into avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder in children was led by the University of Aberdeen. Picture: Chris Radburn/PA

Children who suffer from a “fussy eating” disorder have differences in brain structure, a study has revealed.

The research, led by the University of Aberdeen, was the first to use neuroimaging to study the brains of children with avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (Arfid).