Eating disorders present unique challenges for people with sensory sensitivities, which is why traditional treatment can do more harm than good. In this episode, Livia and Jess share their lived experience of neurodivergence and eating disorders, delving into the importance of trauma-informed care for neurodiversity-affirming eating disorder recovery.

Key Topics Discussed:

Managing environmental overwhelm
Speech challenges and developmental processing delays
The link between sensory sensitivity and eating disorder development
Iatrogenic harm in eating disorder treatment
The need for trauma-informed care in eating disorder treatment
Polyvagal Theory and our nervous system's response to stress and trauma
Neurodivergent perspectives on control and safety
How treatment environments often fail to accommodate sensory needs
Misdiagnosis faced by individuals with both eating disorders and neurodivergent conditions

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