In this conversation, Johanna and Kiah Paetz (Eating Disorder Dietitian) discuss the link between ADHD and eating disorders, the challenges individuals with ADHD face in relation to meal planning and executive function, and the importance of self-compassion.

Kiah shares her personal experience with an eating disorder and late ADHD diagnosis, highlighting the need for neurodivergent-informed treatment. Together they address misconceptions about eating disorders and ADHD, emphasizing the complexity of these conditions and the importance of understanding and support.

The conversation concludes with advice for newly diagnosed individuals, including the importance of learning about ADHD, seeking professional help, and building a supportive network. In this conversation, Johanna and Keir discuss various topics related to disordered eating and ADHD.

They provide resources for eating disorders, emphasize the importance of professional support, compare cleaning house to a never-ending shopping trip. The conversation concludes with a reminder to do further research and seek professional help including the following:

- https://butterfly.org.au/

- https://eatingdisordersqueensland.org.au/

- https://www.eatingdisorders.org.au/

Find Kiah here: @nutritionbykiah @imbodihealth and her website: https://imbodihealth.com/

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Takeaways

• There are resources available for individuals struggling with disordered eating or eating disorders, such as the Butterfly Foundation, Eating Disorders Victoria, and Eating Disorders Queensland.


• Professional support is crucial for addressing disordered eating and ADHD, as it provides personalised strategies and guidance.

Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background02:08 Link Between ADHD and Eating Disorders05:27 ADHD Diagnosis and Treatment Approach07:49 Challenges with Executive Function and Meal Planning11:36 Interoceptive Awareness and Eating Disorders14:19 Impulsivity and Binge Restrict Cycle19:35 Misconceptions about Eating Disorders and ADHD21:15 Personal Experience with Eating Disorders and ADHD24:46 Late Diagnosis of ADHD29:22 Postpartum ADHD Diagnosis and Treatment37:17 Advice for Newly Diagnosed Individuals48:06 Resources for Eating Disorders50:24 Importance of Professional Support52:27 Cleaning House vs. Shopping Trip53:52 Plugging Social Media and Resources55:03 Final Thoughts and Conclusion