Dopamine, Not Discipline: The ADHD–Eating Disorder Link I Was Missing

For most of my life, I thought my eating disorder meant something was wrong with me. I was impulsive with food. I cycled between restriction and bingeing. I felt out of control around certain foods and completely uninterested in others.

Advice I Would Give to Someone with Anorexia

Recovering from anorexia without the support of others is very uncommon. Seek support from a trusted friend or family member. It should be someone who has a healthy relationship with food themself and who knows you well enough to be able to lovingly rebuke you.