Question 1

how can binge eating disorder be treated?

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Tailored Treatment: There are many things to consider before coming up with a plan of treatment. In general, eating disorders are most effectively treated by a group of specialists working together closely in the patient's best interest. Typically, treatment involves help from medical, mental health and nutrition specialists. Good places to begin seeking more info & help: http://www.Anad.Org and http://www.Myedin.Org.

Question 2

help please! i have binge eating disorder?

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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 3

how to determine if i have binge eating disorder?

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Symptoms: For starters, if you're worried about having a binge eating disorder, you may have one. 
Indicators: if you eat a lot of food-more than someone else would-in a two hour period & you feel a loss of control (i.e.Can't stop till the bag is empty) & finally this happens at least twice a week, you probably have a binge eating disorder. Not surprisingly, most binge-eaters are overweight.

Question 4

are there different kinds of binge eating disorder?

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Yes, two types: There are 2 types of binge eating disorders.
1. Purging type which involves vomiting, laxatives, diuretics, enemas or other medications.
2. Nonpurging type which involves excessive exercise or fasting.

Question 5

what are the complications of binge eating disorder?

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Varied: Complications can include lowered self-esteem, compromised quality of life, loneliness/social isolation, impaired social functioning, depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders.Medical complications include obesity, heart disease, Type II diabetes, breathing problems during sleep, acid, reflux, and joint problems. Please consult a medical or mental health provider as treatments are available

Question 6

how can we detect binge eating disorder by its signs?

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Frequent eating: Binge eating disorder characterized by recurrent episodes of consuming large amount of food with a feeling of loss of control. It is not follwed by inappropriate compensatory behavior such as self induced vomiting. If patient is wants treatment - the treatment i recommend is self-healing meditation. It might help him or her.

Question 7

need doctor's help! i may have a binge eating disorder?

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Get medically : Evaluated.   A binge -eating disorder involves rapidly eating large amounts of food to the point that you are physically uncomfortable.  Eating may occur when alone even if not hungry. One can feel guilty or ashamed after binge -eating ; try to make up for it by dieting/ starvation. This can cause a yo-yo diet and weight may also yo-yo. Depressed ; anxious mood are often seen.

Question 8

binge eating disorder help without doctor? what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Try OA: Overeaters anonymous is a 12 step program for people with eating issues.  No doctors are involved and there is no charge (just a donation if you can afford that).  For more information see www.Oa.Org.  They have face to face meetings in many towns, and also have online meetings.

Question 9

i feel suicidal. how do i prevent triggers to cause me to have binge eating disorder?

Accepted Answer

Get help Now!: Let's address suicidality first. The national suicide prevention lifeline 1-800-273-talk (8255): 
you can also call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room if feelings of suicidality are hard to control. The evaluation will be done in the er and you options will be discussed.  Stay safe!

Question 10

what is the main difference between a binge eating disorder and compulsive overeating?

Accepted Answer

Eating: They are essentially interchangeable terms. Some overeaters may overeat daily, or binge overeat, and either term will work as an effective descriptor.

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