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How can i stop binging when i am stressed?

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Deal with the cause: Binging is a way of coping with emotional problems. Address the cause of the stress and you will not have to cope with it ina a counterproductive fashion.

Dr Pappas and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 10/3/2016

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