Diabulimia and Eating Disorders in Type 1 Diabetes with Dr. Liana Abascal

Managing Type 1 diabetes is complex, but when an eating disorder like diabulimia enters the picture, it becomes even more challenging. In this episode, Dr. Steve Edelman and Dr. Jeremy Pettus sat down with clinical psychologist Dr. Liana Abascal to explore the psychological and physical impact of eating disorders, particularly diabulimia, in individuals with Type 1 diabetes. They dive deep into the signs, risk factors, and treatment strategies for those struggling with both diabetes and eating disorders.Key Topics:Understanding diabulimia and how it affects people with Type 1 diabetesThe psychological link between body image, control, and diabetesHow disordered eating behaviors can develop in people with Type 1 diabetesTreatment strategies: Addressing both the psychological and physical aspects of careThe importance of a multidisciplinary approach to treating diabulimiaHow healthcare providers can better support patients with Type 1 diabetes and eating disordersAvailable resources for patients and families dealing with eating disorders in diabetesDiabulimia Hotline: diabulimiahotline.orgAmerican Diabetes Association (ADA): diabetes.orgVisit TCOYD's Website for more diabetes edutainment for people living with diabetes: tcoyd.org**Tune in for two new episodes each month! Like what you hear and want to help us grow? Please rate and review this podcast so we can reach more people living with diabetes!**Follow our social media channels to empower yourself with the essential areas of diabetes knowledge led by two endocrinologists living with type 1 diabetes: Facebook  |  Instagram  |  YouTube ★ Support this podcast ★