The Connection Between Body Acceptance and Neurodivergence
Folks who are neurodivergent have a high likelihood of being in a bigger body and of having an eating disorder.
Sensory Needs and Body Image
What if we are having sensory experiences that we then label and interpret as bad or wrong because we have learned our bodies are too big, are incorrect, or should not have needs? What if these are totally normal parts of having a human body that we have just learned to assign a self-hating meaning to?
ADHD and the Binge/Restrict Cycle, Part 2: Suggestions for Breaking out of the Cycle
Suggestions for breaking out of the Restrict/Binge Cycle for Folks with ADHD
ADHD and the Binge/Restrict Cycle, Part 1: Why Intuitive Eating May Be Hard
Disordered eating is common with ADHD, and there are anti-diet paths to healing eating patterns. Intuitive eating may be especially hard with neurodivergence, especially ADHD, so go easy on yourself! And find the right adaptations for you!
Do I Have Food Rules or Sensory Sensitivities? Assess Your Intuitive Eating Journey
It’s helpful to discern what is causing the restriction- is there body shaming, heightened anxiety leading to searching for control, or holding on to food rules and food hierarchies? Sometimes, it’s legit sensory sensitivities that have been overlooked.
