Between Bites with Jillian Lampert: Co-Occurrence of SUDs & EDs

Between Bites with Jillian Lampert: Co-Occurrence of SUDs & EDs

From Peace Meal by The Emily Program

April 10, 2026 · 9 min

About this episode

Jillian Lampert discusses the overlap between eating disorders and substance use disorders, emphasizing the importance of integrated treatment approaches.

Episode description: Research suggests that up to half of people with eating disorders also struggle with substance misuse, and about 35% of people with substance use disorder also have an eating disorder. In this episode, Jillian breaks down why these conditions so often overlap, what’s happening inside the brain when they do, and why treating them as separate issues can work against recovery. If you or someone you care about is navigating both an eating disorder and a substance use disorder, this episode is a useful place to start. As Jillian affirms, “It is never too late, and it is never too early to reach out for help.” We cover: Why SUDs and EDs co-occur as frequently as they do The role of shame in driving and maintaining these cycles How treatment is typically sequenced, and why that order matters Why going at it alone makes healing harder About Dr. Jillian Lampert: Dr. Lampert (she/her), PhD, MPH, RD, LD, FAED, is the Vice President of Strategy and Public Affairs for The Emily Program. She completed her doctorate degree in Nutrition and Epidemiology and Master of Public Health degree in Public Health Nutrition at the University of Minnesota. She earned a Master of…

People in this episode

Guest: Jillian Lampert

Topics covered

  • eating disorders
  • substance use disorders
  • co-occurrence
  • treatment
  • mental health

Keywords

  • eating disorders
  • substance use disorders
  • co-occurrence
  • treatment
  • mental health
  • shame
  • recovery

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Organizations: The Emily Program

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