Lauren Makin

Considering ADHD in the context of eating disorders through a neuro-affirming lens

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Research on neuro-affirming eating disorder (ED) care has expanded rapidly but has focused primarily on Autism. Attention to attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in ED populations has increased only recently. This review summarizes emerging research...

Prevalence and Clinical Correlates of Autistic Traits Across Eating Disorder Diagnoses: A Retrospective Analysis of Clinical Service Data

Background: Autistic traits are overrepresented among individuals with anorexia nervosa (AN) and are associated with greater eating disorder (ED) psychopathology, psychological distress, and work and social functioning difficulties in this population. However, less is known about...