Eating disorders and ADHD: Intuitive eating, meal plans and more with Kiah Paetz

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.

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