Eating Disorders Neurodiversity Australia
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EDNA supports Neurodivergent Australians affected by eating disorders. Focused on building neurodiversity-affirming eating disorder care.
Australia
Joined May 2022
Our Chair Laurence has authored a paper (preprint) in collaboration with Ellen Maloney, Keir Harding, and Sandi James, discussing the diagnostic construct of “borderline personality disorder.” The paper is freely available online: https://t.co/RqsU8yyvci
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The National Eating Disorders Collaboration (NEDC) is expanding! We’re seeking a First Nations Lead & Lived Experience Lead to help build a connected, capable & inclusive national response to eating disorders. ✨ Apply today → https://t.co/rOkxGCX2zv
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We have a new Board Member: Chris (he/him). Chris is a late-diagnosed AuDHDer with lived experience of an eating disorder. He holds a BA in Psychology, a Graduate Certificate in Autism Studies, and is completing an Honours year in Psychology. https://t.co/wi7kr2HfUj
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Our Chair Laurence has participated in a Public Hearing related to the Inquiry into the Thriving Kids initiative, along with dietitian Natasha Lane. You can view the transcript here: https://t.co/ByBA1VqbvY Or you can use the QR code in the image.
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Standing Committee on Health, Aged Care and Disability - Inquiry into the Thriving Kids initiative - 21/10/2025 (Surry Hills) #Hansard transcript https://t.co/OKDN2S89L6
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We explain how some aspects of CBT practice can cause harm to neurodivergent people, even though it is rarely, if ever, acknowledged or addressed in the academic literature. We also propose affirming alternative frameworks focused on felt safety and collaborative care.
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Our Chair Laurence has authored a paper (preprint) in collaboration with other neurodivergent researchers and clinicians from Australia and the United Kingdom highlighting some of the systemic shortcomings of CBT, particularly for neurodivergent people. https://t.co/msTBh8yYXS
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We were proud to stand alongside Australia’s leading eating disorder organisations at Parliament House in Canberra last week to deliver a united call for urgent action and investment in prevention, early intervention, and treatment.
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We also express heartfelt gratitude to members of our community, colleagues and allies in the field of eating disorders, as well as all other eating disorder organizations in Australia. We would not be where we are today if it wasn’t for the tremendous support we have received.
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While we acknowledge that there remains many things to improve and address in the field, we would like to take this opportunity to celebrate all that has been achieved in the last year by our Board Members who all work tirelessly in their own ways to create lasting change.
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY EDNA! 🤩 🥳 🌟 Eating Disorders Neurodiversity Australia is now 3 years old...
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Position Statement on Minister Mark Butler’s Comments Regarding Autism and the NDIS As autistic advocates, we are deeply concerned by recent statements made by Health Minister Mark Butler in relation to autism and the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).
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We are excited about the new Appetite for Change conference in March 2026: "a two-day event exploring eating, feeding, and body at the intersections of neurodivergence, queerness, transness, chronic illness, disability, and other marginalised identities." https://t.co/6XRBEFizFa
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An amazing paper written by Colleen Alford investigating the experiences of young autistic people and their parents/carers has been published in the Journal of Eating Disorders. #eatingdisorders #mentalhealth #autism #neurodiversity #healthcare #wellbeing #neurodivergence
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This year’s NAIDOC Week represents an important milestone: 50 years of elevating Indigenous voices, cultures, and resilience. To learn more about this year’s NAIDOC Week, visit: https://t.co/bleKMPPJnz
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The document, titled Supporting Autistic Patients with Eating Disorders: Considerations for Neurodiversity Affirming Dietetics Care, was created by dietitians from a diverse range of neurotypes to guide neurodiversity-affirming care for Autistic patients in hospitals.
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