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PDA & Eating Disorders: Why the Pervasive Drive for Autonomy Matters in Recovery
What if your “resistance” in eating disorder recovery isn’t resistance at all—but a deeply wired need for safety, control, and agency? In this solo episode, Dr. Marianne explores the intersection of PDA (Pervasive Drive for Autonomy) and eating disorders, especially in neurodivergent individuals navigating ARFID, anorexia, bulimia, or binge eating disorder. While traditional eating disorder treatment often emphasizes structure and compliance, these approaches can backfire for folks with a strong drive for autonomy.
We unpack what PDA actually is (hint: it’s not defiance), how it shows up in…
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