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Are you asexual, or is it just your eating disorder? Can your relationship with food mirror your relationship with sex?
In this week's episode I am joined by therapist, sexologist and author of 'Nourishing Desire: A Guide to Sexual Recovery and Discovery for People with Eating Disorders', Dr. Jessica Singh.
Topics covered include:
- The biological and psychological impact of an eating disorder on libido
- Body image, and the importance of embodiment
- The 'spectrum of control', and how this relates to eating and sexuality
- Asexuality as a sexual orientation, versus 'ED induced asexuality'
- How shame can impact sexuality
- Practical tips for people struggling with sexual function in recovery
Dr. Jess' website: drjessicasingh.com
Instagram: @appetiteswithdrjess
By Amalie Lee (MSc, GMBPsS)5
4747 ratings
Are you asexual, or is it just your eating disorder? Can your relationship with food mirror your relationship with sex?
In this week's episode I am joined by therapist, sexologist and author of 'Nourishing Desire: A Guide to Sexual Recovery and Discovery for People with Eating Disorders', Dr. Jessica Singh.
Topics covered include:
- The biological and psychological impact of an eating disorder on libido
- Body image, and the importance of embodiment
- The 'spectrum of control', and how this relates to eating and sexuality
- Asexuality as a sexual orientation, versus 'ED induced asexuality'
- How shame can impact sexuality
- Practical tips for people struggling with sexual function in recovery
Dr. Jess' website: drjessicasingh.com
Instagram: @appetiteswithdrjess

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