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Understanding ARFID Through the Lens of Emetophobia with Mollie Campbell

Understanding ARFID Through the Lens of Emetophobia with Mollie Campbell

Update: 2025-09-08
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In this week's episode, Han is joined by Mollie Campbell is a lived experience advocate with a history of ARFID. After a misdiagnosis of anorexia and lack of treatment for ARFID, Mollie shares her story to increase awareness to help others who are struggling.

This week, we discuss:

  • Mollie's experience (of lack there of) of ARFID treatment and her anorexia misdiagnosis
  • How emetophobia played a role in Mollie's ARFID
  • The common ARFID misunderstandings that need to be addressed to support ARFID recovery
  • Techniques Mollie has used to increase food variety in her diet
  • The support Mollie received from her GP
  • How Mollie's school helped her during her ARFID recovery

Timestamps:

  • [00:42 ] - Mollie’s introduction and early experiences with eating disorder services
  • [06:20 ] - Misdiagnosis of anorexia and why treatment fell short
  • [08:05 ] - How emetophobia (fear of sickness) played a role in her ARFID
  • [12:00 ] - Body image and ARFID
  • [23:36 ] - Helpful strategies: traffic light system & laddering exposure
  • [32:00 ] - The crucial role of her GP and how they advocated for her
  • [35:30 ] - Support from teachers and what made the difference
  • [43:33 ] - Mollie’s advice for young people with ARFID and those supporting them

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of ARFID, anorexia, self harm and suicide.

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Understanding ARFID Through the Lens of Emetophobia with Mollie Campbell

Understanding ARFID Through the Lens of Emetophobia with Mollie Campbell