EDNA Information Sheet - Mental Health Professionals

This Information Sheet was developed by Eating Disorders Neurodiversity Australia.

The objective of this document is to provide mental health professionals (e.g., psychiatrists, psychologists, mental health nurses, mental health social workers) with key insights and practical suggestions for working
with neurodivergent individuals with eating disorders. Mental health professionals are encouraged to use this information as a starting point for deeper exploration of neurodiversity-affirming care considerations
and to critically reflect on their understanding of eating disorders in the context of neurodivergence to avoid enforcing neuronormativity in their practice.

Please note that it is assumed that mental health professionals using this document already possess the qualifications, knowledge, training, and professional development profile to meet minimum standards in line with the ANZAED practice standards.