THE PSYCHOLOGY OF PICKY EATERS
There are also emotional and psychological reasons why we shouldn’t force picky eaters to eat. Speaking from my very own experience and understanding, when freedom and self-expression in kids is repressed or suppressed, their curiosity and creativity are stifled. The result or response will be some sort of addictive behavior. And when food is associated with lack of freedom or control, eating disorders are most likely to develop as a consequence.
