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Binge Eating

Find binge eating treatment by calling our nationally recognized toll-free eating disorder helpline at 1-800-542-4610. Get the help you need to recover your health and reclaim your life. Caring professionals are standing by 24/7 to assist you and all calls are confidential.

Binge Eating - Treatment is Available

Treatment for binge eating is the same as treatment for food addiction or compulsive overeating. Binge eating is best described as an inability to control eating for a period of time resulting in negative consequences. These consequences can range from medical to psychological, financial to relationships. Although binge eating is not yet classified as an eating disorder it has been well established that it has mimics the characteristics of one.

The treatment for binge eating varies and can include residential treatment, outpatient treatment or private therapy. Due to the lack of structure and comprehensive therapy, it is rare that private therapy works as treatment for binge eating. While outpatient treatment can prove successful, the patient must be incredibly motivated to follow the plan of treatment while living at home. The most effective type of binge eating treatment is residential treatment.

Binge Eating Treatment - Steps to Success

Most people requiring binge eating treatment tend to binge on foods high in sugar and refined flour. One of the first steps in treatment is detox. Most people will experience significant mood swings when discontinuing their binge foods. A physician can prescribe detox medications to help those suffering with extreme discomfort during this process. When detox is complete, individualized treatment begins with a nutritionist who designs a healthy eating plan for each person needing binge eating treatment. After the plan is implemented each patient will begin to participate in a variety of clinical activities focused on addressing the root causes of their binge eating. The therapist will address issues such as;

  • Self esteem
  • Sexual and physical trauma
  • Body image
  • Self destructive behavior
  • Relationship building
  • Communication skills
  • Depression
  • Relapse prevention

The real work begins after discharge from binge eating treatment. It is now up to the recovering individual to put into practice that which they have learned in treatment. Prior to discharge a therapist should design a relapse prevention plan which will act as a guide for continuous recovery. It is highly recommended not to change the plan without first talking to the therapist at the treatment facility. To find treatment for binge eating that works, call 1-800-542-4610 toll-free, day or night. All calls are confidential and help is available 24/7.

If you require confidential assistance in locating safe and effective eating disorder treatment, please call the national eating disorder treatment helpline at 1-800-542-4610 GET HELP NOW!

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