Reflecting on Eating disorder and Autism comorbidity: PEACE pathway

The PEACE Pathway is an innovative Pathway for Eating disorders and Autism developed from Clinical Experience. Our research suggests that around a third of people with an eating disorder may be autistic; or present with high autistic traits. Whilst autistic people with eating disorders require adapted treatments; prior to this pathway there was no systematic guidance or support for clinicians working with this population. With the PEACE Pathway; we have introduced a specialised treatment track for autistic people; and people with high autistic traits; in our national eating disorder service in South London and Maudsley NHS Trust. This has included regular support and supervision for clinicians; the provision of training in recognising and adapting treatments around autism; and an autism assessment pathway for individuals with high features but no prior diagnosis.