Link between Eating disorders and Autism: PEACE pathway Conference

The PEACE Pathway is an innovative Pathway for Eating disorders and Autism developed from Clinical Experience. Our research suggests that around a 1/3 with an eating disorder may be autistic; or present with high autistic traits. Whilst autistic people with eating disorders require adapted treatments; prior to this pathway there was no systematic guidance or support for clinicians working with this population. We have introduced a specialised treatment track for autistic people; and people with high autistic traits which includes regular support and supervision for clinicians; the provision of training in recognising and adapting treatments around autism.