Liv Label Free | Neurodivergent Eating Disorder Recovery The Truth About Atypical Anorexia
Apr 2, 2024
Uncover the truth about atypical anorexia and its diagnosis. Explore the role of BMI in eating disorders and the prevalence of atypical anorexia. Learn about an alternative view of eating disorders as a spectrum of adaptive eating behaviors. Discover a new empowering program for parents of autistic individuals with eating disorders.
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Atypical Anorexia Defined
- Atypical anorexia is an eating disorder sharing anorexia nervosa criteria, except for extreme low weight.
- It's considered 'atypical' if the individual's BMI is within or above the 'normal' range.
BMI Criticism
- Livia Sarah criticizes BMI as a flawed metric, created by a mathematician, not a doctor.
- It was initially based on measurements of white Western European men, excluding diverse populations.
Invalidating Terminology
- The term 'atypical' is invalidating for those struggling with anorexia at higher weights.
- It reinforces the misconception that eating disorders only affect thin individuals.