Navigating Dual Challenges: Substance Use and Disordered Eating
May 21, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am PDT
| This webinar will explore the complex intersection of substance use disorders and eating disorders. We’ll examine prevalence rates, differences in presentation across eating disorder subtypes, and the often-debated question of which condition to treat first.
This session will also explore the overlap between recovery models for addiction and eating disorders, and the functional roles these behaviors may serve. Providers will walk away feeling more equipped to work with these types of clients that are often deemed “difficult” and “resistant,” but are often just misunderstood |
Learning Objectives:
Following this presentation, participants will be able to:
- Differentiate how substance use may manifest across various eating disorder presentations and identify key clinical features in each.
- Evaluate theoretical and practical considerations in determining treatment for clients with both eating disorders and substance use disorders.
- Apply an integrated, trauma-informed framework to understand the functional roles of these disorders and guide effective, compassionate treatment planning.
Level: B/CLevel B: Skills and Application
At this level, learners move beyond theory to actively apply knowledge in practical settings. Emphasis is on developing proficiency, problem-solving, and hands-on skills that can be implemented in real-world scenarios. Ideal for practitioners looking to strengthen their capabilities.
Level C: Advanced Practice
This level focuses on mastery, specialized expertise, and complex problem-solving. Participants integrate advanced concepts, lead initiatives, and address challenging cases with sophisticated strategies. Ideal for experienced professionals aiming to refine and elevate their practice.
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Sydney Greene, MS, RDN Bio:
Sydney Greene has worked in the behavioral nutrition space as a Registered Dietitian in private practice, freelance writer, speaker, and consultant to addiction treatment facilities. Her focus areas are nutrition for addiction recovery, eating disorders, and body image. She holds Bachelor and Master of Science degrees in nutrition from New York University, belongs to the International Federation of Eating Disorder Dietitians, and serves as the Addictions Resource Professional for the Behavioral Health Nutrition Practice Group of The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. In recovery from her own eating and substance use disorders, Sydney’s goal is to reach more individuals with the message that supportive eating can be a stepping stone to recovery.
