Abstract
The Unified Protocol for Transdiagnostic Treatment of Emotional Disorders in Children and Adolescents (UP-C/A) is an innovative intervention that has been adapted for the treatment of youth with avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID). When combined with family-based treatment (FBT) for eating disorders, the UP-C/A is a highly customizable treatment model that addresses the multitude of clinical presentations seen in ARFID patients while also flexibly addressing the high rates of comorbid mental health concerns common in these youth. This chapter discusses important considerations when deciding when and how to add the UP-C/A for ARFID patients, as well as how to troubleshoot common barriers in treatment. Important adaptations to the UP-C/A are also presented, including ways to personalize Top Problems and goals, psychoeducation, exposures, and parental involvement for this unique patient population.
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