Description

A Naturopathic Perspective on Eating Disorder Recovery as presented by Dr Alexandra Triendl-Dimitriu ND at our ND Conference on Mental Health in 2020.

Definition of an Eating Disorder

Types of Eating Disorders:

• Anorexia
• Bulimia
• Binge eating Disorder
• ARFID
• Body Dysmorphia

Causes:

• Role of Genetics
• Attachment Disorder
• Trauma
• The Difference between PTSD and Complex Trauma
• Nervous System Dysregulation
• Polyvagal Theory

Signs and Symptoms

• Physical Exam findings
• Psychological/ Behavioural Assessment

Treatment

• Standard of Care
• Therapy, Emotional Regulation techniques, Somatic therapies, medications, Mindful/ Intuitive Eating

Naturopathic Treatment – clinical pearls

• Acupuncture, herbs, supplements
• Self-Compassion Practice and Meditation

Resources and referrals