Eating Disorders and Autism 🍎 Unpacking ARFID and Societal Pressures with Arty Bohemian

In this special episode, we're exploring a topic that many aren't aware of - the high incidence of eating disorders in the autistic community.
➡️ Today, I have the honor of interviewing the wonderfully talented and awesomely autistic Emily (also known as Arty Bohemian). She shares her personal journey with an eating disorder and provides invaluable insights into ARFID (Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder) experienced by her autistic daughter.
Together, we deep dive into the societal pressures of body image, the distinct challenges that PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance) brings into the mix, and the heightened vulnerabilities the autistic community faces.

We also delve into how media representation has amplified certain beauty standards and the impacts it has, especially on young minds. Through candid conversations and real-life stories, we aim to shed light on these overlooked intersections of autism and eating disorders. Join us for an enlightening discussion that challenges conventional perceptions and paves the way for understanding and acceptance.

💬 Have you or someone you know experienced challenges with eating disorders and autism? How do you believe societal perceptions influence these struggles? Let us know in the comment section below.

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🏅 Eating Disorder Charities

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[emmawheeler]

Great chat, interesting perspectives, thank you!

[chiaroscuroamore]

Thank you for this. My daughter has ASD, PDA and ARFID. It’s comforting to know I’m not alone.

[LizardXWizard]

I kindly want to be clear, that ARFID doesn't have to coexist with Autism. It is associated with OCD, other Anxiety disorders, and ADHD as well.

Also, they hit on this in the video, but I just want this to be clear because I can see it being confusing. Those with ARFID, don't have body image issues motivating their eating. The lady he brought in as a guest, has an additional eating disorder, in which she does have some body image issues. Hope this helps clear it up : )