About Eating Disorders
Co-Occurring Disorders
Eating disorders often occur alongside a spectrum of other psychiatric and developmental disorders. While this can complicate treatment, understanding these relationships is critical to sustainable recovery.
Common Co-Occurring Disorders
Certain eating disorders occur more often and can lead to a dual diagnosis with certain other psychiatric and developmental disorders. In general, comorbidities include:
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
- Generalized anxiety disorder
- Major depressive disorder (MDD)
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Bipolar I and II disorders
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- Autism spectrum disorders
- Cognitive disorders
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