Is Your Young Adult With an Eating Disorder Ready for College?

A group of college students walking, talking, and laughing together, illustrating college readiness after an eating disorder.

First published in October 2015 by Dr. Lauren Muhlheim, Psy.D., CEDS-C, and Katie Grubiak, RDN. Updated October 2026. TL; DR Transitioning to college can be especially challenging for young adults with eating disorders. The stress of new environments, social pressures, and lifestyle changes can exacerbate their struggles. To assess readiness, it’s crucial to evaluate their …

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Parent Webinar-Is Your High School Student with an Eating Disorder Ready for College?

Missed the College Readiness Webinar? Flyer for the webinar replay, available for $75

Dr. Muhlheim gives this webinar once every year in February. Email Hello@EDTLA.com with the subject line “Purchase college readiness” to purchase the recording from 2026 webinar. Are you a parent of a High School Junior or Senior with an eating disorder? Learn how to ensure your student is ready for the transition to college. Attend …

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