Abstract
How are disordered eating and substance abuse embodied, experienced, and articulated within a context of multi-dimensional marginalization? Research on this topic is expansive, but existing studies that address this question emphasize medical influences and gather clinical samples, thereby overlooking those for whom structural constraints such as poverty make accessing costly and time-intensive treatment unrealistic. In this study, I fill methodological and empirical gaps in the literature by using qualitative methods to explore the co-occurrence of eating and substance use disorders among homeless youth. This study consists of two parts: (1) semi-structured interviews with youth and (2) structured interviews with key informants employed by low-barrier support services. Results show several indicators of co-occurring disordered eating and substance abuse among homeless youth. I conclude by offering suggestions for further research on co-occurring eating and substance abuse disorders among vulnerable populations.
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