Question 1

what is the definition or description of: secret binge eating?

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Binge eating: This is the essential feature of bulimia, i.e., eating vast amounts of food in short periods of time that have nothing to do with appetite, rather having to do with emotional dysregulation. The secrecy speaks to the shame felt by the patient.

Question 2

i've got binge eating. now what?

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Binge eating: Cogntiive behavioral therapy, eating a balanced, relatively monotonous diet (avoiding hunger) and sometimes ssri medication all may help with binge eating. Emotionally triggered bingeing may improve with more general psychotherapy or participation in overeaters anonymous.

Question 3

how to stop binge eating (forever)?

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Binge eating help?: There are effective eating disorder treatments these days! And binge eating disorder is an eating disorder, just like anorexia or bulemia. Common therapies include medication and psychotherapy (especially behavior therapy, mindful eating). The therapy component will be very important, but you can do it! You're worth it!

Question 4

how bad is binge eating for your body?

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Bad: It is as simple as that.  Eating a large amount of calories in one setting can put strain on your liver, your pancreas, and lead to increased fats circulating in the blood that can also increase one's heart risk.

The most urgent issue in this scenario is the strain on one's pancreas.  This strain, repeated, can lead to adult onset diabetes and significant morbidity.

Eat slow!

Question 5

what are the problems with binge eating?

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See below: Having an eating disorder is not a sign of weakness or a character flaw. And it is not something you can overcome with just willpower. Many people struggle with eating disorders for a long time. Some people try to keep it a secret or deny that they have a problem. In most cases, you will need treatment to get better. Please discuss with your md.

Question 6

what is the best way to stop binge eating?

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Ways to stop: Restoring healthy eating habits, improving the individual's self-image and reducing associated mood and personality symptoms are ways to stop binge eating.

Question 7

i have binge eating problem - how to stop?

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Considered a: 12 step program like overeater's anonymous. It can be a good place to start. Take care.

Question 8

i keep binge eating and don't know how to stop?

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Binge eating.: Encourage you to try a 12 step program called over eater's anonymous. It is free, confidential, informative, supportive, ; can be effective. You will learn about your dysfunctional relationship w food as well as finding out about healthier coping behaviors. Would see your physician to determine if there are any underlying medical conditions. Working w an addiction medicine specialist can help.

Question 9

what is the definition or description of: binge eating?

Accepted Answer

Binge eating: This is the essential feature of bulimia, i.e., eating vast amounts of food in short periods of time that have nothing to do with appetite, rather having to do with emotional dysregulation.

Question 10

could i have ruined my body by binge eating for so long?

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Not ruined: It is not possible to "ruin" your body, but binging could cause some serious health issues and if you are also purging that can create other health problems. Eating disorders are based on body image distortion. You should see a psychiatrist who can help you get some therapy and possibly start you on medication which may help.

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