Are Eating Disorders a Form of Addiction? with Jacqui Russon

In this week’s episode of Full of Beans, I’m joined by Jacqui Russon, an occupational therapist and accredited DBT therapist, to explore the overlap between eating disorders and addiction.We talk about the obsessive thinking, shame, rigidity, and emotional pain that can sit beneath both, and what this means for recovery.In this episode, we discuss:The similarities and differences between eating disorders and addictionWhy neither are simply a “choice”Obsessive thoughts, rigidity, and compensatory behavioursThe role of shame, guilt, and emotional avoidanceWhy understanding the function of behaviours mattersDeveloping safer, more supportive coping strategiesAnger, boundaries, and finding your voice in recoveryWhat occupational therapy actually is (and why it matters)Why recovery needs to involve real-life practice, not just talkingConnect with Us:Subscribe to the Full of Beans PodcastFollow Full of Beans on InstagramCheck out our websiteListen on YouTubeConnect with Jacqui via Purpose People or the Nightingale Hospital⚠️ Content Note: This episode includes discussion of eating disorders, addiction and trauma. Please look after yourself as you listen.If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share to help us spread awareness.Sending positive beans your way, Han 💛