Carers of people with co-occurring autism spectrum condition (ASC) and eating disorders experience additional needs and difficulties compared to those caring for people with eating disorders only, new research shows. The study published in Journal of Eating Disorders found that carers of loved ones with both ASC and eating disorders experienced a lack of support from healthcare services and described the experience as having a significant personal impact on their lives.
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