Beyond the Stereotypes: Identifying and Treating Eating Disorders in Adults
Description
In this episode of Medicine 3.0, Dr. Catherine Isaac sits down with Dr. Rebecca Berens, a board-certified family medicine physician and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, to explore a topic that is underdiagnosed, often misunderstood, and highly prevalent: adult eating disorders.
Dr. Berens shares her unique clinical perspective as well as her personal experience with disordered eating. Together, they unpack:
The difference between disordered eating and diagnosed eating disorders
Common misconceptions that lead to missed diagnoses in adults
How weight bias and cultural norms shape care (and miscare)
Red flags clinicians should recognize
The medical complications of chronic restriction, including bone and muscle loss
The overlap between eating disorders, GI symptoms, ADHD, PCOS, and more
What truly evidence-based, weight-inclusive care looks like
Where patients and providers can turn for trustworthy resources
Whether you're a provider looking to improve your approach or someone navigating your own relationship with food, this conversation is full of insight, compassion, and practical takeaways.
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