The Neurobiology of Eating Disorders

When we look at our understanding of eating disorders it soon becomes apparent that we are facing something that is multifaceted in nature and involves a complex set of causes and behaviours.

The research on eating disorders is extensive and from this, there are a number of prevailing theories that seek to address underlying causes.

One of the ways we can begin to understand eating disorders is through the lens of neurobiology. And, our guest today is a psychiatrist who specialises in the neuroscience and treatment of eating disorders.

When we look at our understanding of eating disorders it soon becomes apparent that we are facing something that is multifaceted in nature and involves a complex set of causes and behaviours.
The research on eating disorders is extensive and from this, several prevailing theories seek to address underlying causes.
One of the ways we can begin to understand eating disorders is through the lens of neurobiology.

In this episode, we explore this area with a psychiatrist who specialises in the neuroscience and treatment of eating disorders.

Dr Jeffrey DeSarbo is a physician and psychiatrist who completed his medical internship and training in psychiatry through the New York University residency program and he is a graduate of the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine.

Dr DeSarbo’s special interest in neurosciences has led him to a unique approach to assessing and treating eating disorders as well as other psychiatric conditions.