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Binge
Eating Disorder (BED)
Recent
research has identified a group of individuals who binge
eat, like individuals with Bulimia Nervosa, but who
do not rely upon compensatory behaviors like purging,
fasting or exercising. They are markedly distressed
by the binge eating and often have erratic eating patterns.
While it is not yet a formally accepted psychological
disorder, such individuals are judged to have Binge
Eating Disorder (BED). They have many of the same concerns
about weight and appearance that individuals with anorexia
nervosa or bulimia
nervosa do. It has been suggested that many people
with BED may binge as a way of coping with unpleasant
feelings or stress.
While
BED can have a negative effect on how someone feels
about themselves, another serious long-term consequence
is weight gain. Most individuals with BED are not obese,
but are likely to gain weight faster than their peers
who do not binge eat. Thus, one long-term consequence
of untreated BED is obesity, which is associated with
a number of medical conditions such as diabetes, hypertension,
and heart disease.
Treatment
The
treatment of BED is similar to treatment for Bulimia
Nervosa or Anorexia Nervosa. The first step is to establish
a healthy eating pattern, e.g. three meals and two snacks
a day. Then the psychological issues such as an exaggerated
emphasis on being thin, dissatisfaction with one's body,
using food to cope with negative emotions, are addressed.
Just as with Bulimia Nervosa, anti-depressants have
been found to be useful in conjunction with cognitive-behavioral
psychotherapy.
If you suspect that you or someone you know is struggling with binge eating disorder (BED), contact one of our eating disorder specialists for help.
Please know that we are here to help you.
 Treatment for Binge Eating Disorder:
Now that you have read more about Binge Eating Disorder (BED), the next step is to seek help.
Frequently, people are hesitant to make the first step. Please know that our Institute is nationally recognized and our clinicians are ready to work with you.
In order to receive help the first step is to contact our Intake Coordinator.
For our Macklind office call 314-534-0200.
For our West County office call 636-532-9188.
Our toll free number is 877-245-2688.
Our Intake Coordinator will match you to one of our clinicians who will evaluate your
concerns and make recommendations to you.
The first step is an important one and only you can place the call.
Remember, we are here to help you.
Your insurance coverage will also be reviewed by the intake coordinator.
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