Many of those who struggle with eating disorders have a co-occurring condition, such as anxiety, substance use, obsessive-compulsive disorder, depression, or post-traumatic stress disorder. All conditions should be identified and treated by someone with expertise in both eating disorders and any co-occurring conditions.
Anxiety, Depression, & Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Anxiety, depression, and obsessive compulsive disorder are just a few additional mental health diagnoses that frequently co-occur with eating disorders. Read more >
Diabulimia
Diabulimia refers to an eating disorder in a person with diabetes, typically Type I Diabetes, wherein the person purposefully restricts insulin in order to lose weight. Read more >
Pregnancy
Pregnancy and parenthood require a great deal of strength – physically, psychologically, and emotionally. There are a number of triggers during this phase of life that may exacerbate an eating disorder or disordered eating. Read more >
Substance Abuse
Substance abuse and eating disorders frequently co-occur, with up to 50% of individuals with eating disorders who abuse alcohol or illicit drugs, a rate five times higher than the general population. Read more >
Trauma & PTSD
Traumatic events, especially those involving violence between people, have been found to be significant risk factors for the development of a variety of psychiatric disorders, including eating disorders—particularly those involving bulimic symptoms, such as binge eating and purging. Read more >