The Comfort Blanket of Control: Neurodivergence & Eating Disorders with Rose

The Full of Beans Podcast

In this episode of the Full of Beans Podcast, Han is joined by Rose, who shares her deeply personal story of struggling with an eating disorder while living with undiagnosed autism and ADHD.

Key Takeaways:

• How masking neurodivergent traits can contribute to emotional distress
• The role of eating disorders as a “comfort blanket” and coping strategy
• Challenges with misdiagnosis, especially around Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder, Autism and ADHD in women
• Why many neurodivergent individuals are dismissed in healthcare settings
• The power of finding safe, affirming relationships
• Practical advice for clinicians supporting neurodivergent individuals

Timestamps:

• 01:50 – How autism and ADHD shaped Rose's eating disorder experience
• 08:00 – The emotional regulation of restriction
• 14:00 – School trauma and perfectionism
• 21:00 – Misunderstandings in the healthcare system
• 30:00 – Navigating friendships post-diagnosis
• 36:00 – Rose's message for healthcare professionals

⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of eating disorders, self-harm, and mental health trauma.

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