Treatment for Binge Eating
Due to the common misconception that those who are overweight and eat too much are lazy and can’t control themselves, this disorder is often not recognized and given the attention it needs. This type of prejudice makes it difficult for someone to seek help binge eating treatment as well as for anyone to even recognize a problem. Here at Casa Palmera, we recognize your dilemma and desire to help.
By providing you with your own personalized binge eating treatment program we believe that we can help you overcome whatever disorder or addiction you may have. Our comprehensive Clinical Diagnostic Assessment enables us to better serve you through learning more about various areas of your life. For most people with binge eating disorders, food is used to help them forget about the problems of life. The cause-based treatment here at Casa Palmera aids in bringing those suppressed problems out into the open as we address them one-on-one with you.
One program involved in therapy treatment here at Casa Palmera is psychotherapy. Some of these psychotherapy classes include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Interpersonal Therapy. Interpersonal Therapy focuses on your relationships with others. We believe that these programs, as well as our many others, will bring to you the aid and resources needed to at last, discover healing.
What you need to know about binge eating:
Binge eating, also know as compulsive overeating, is an eating disorder in which a person consumes large amounts of food up to the point of uncomfortable fullness, leaving feelings of guilt. People with this disorder are driven by compulsion to keep eating.
Many resolve to stop due to guilt and poor self-image and attempt to maintain a strict diet. Unfortunately, this drastic method often backfires and results in another binge, leaving yet again feelings of shame and self-hatred. This disorder is relatively new as a recognized eating disorder, but may be the most common of eating disorders. In fact, approximately 2 million Americans today suffer from compulsive overeating. For many other eating disorders, women are by far the most susceptible, for binge eating disorders, women and men are more equally affected, with about two men affected for every three women.
The Signs of Binge Eating
Most people who suffer from compulsive overeating are overweight, although those with a normal weight can be affected at well. Many times people affected by compulsive eating disorder have been binge eaters since childhood and use food as a way of dealing with emotions.
Casa Palmera recognizes this problem, and through our various programs, strives to aid in developing better ways to cope with the stresses of life and communicate various emotions. Some common signs to look for in those with this disorder are:
- Eating at a rapid pace
- Consuming abnormally large amounts of food
- Depression
- Eating even when full
- Nausea
- Embarrassment, eating alone
- Feelings of shame and disgust after eating
- Loss of control over how much is eaten
- Constantly stressing over weight
- Frequently switching from diet to diet
The cycle of compulsive overeating is a vicious one. 
Much like those with bulimia, someone with a binge eating disorder knows that they have a problem and feels guilty as a result. Dieting is usually the first step toward recover for most compulsive eaters, but unfortunately far too many people attempt very strict diets from the start, resulting in failure. This failure, poor self-image, and persistent feeling of guilt, brings about yet another binge. Clearly, it is no wonder that most binge eaters suffer from depression as well. In fact, nearly half of all binge eaters are diagnosed with, or have been diagnosed with depression.
Our goal here at Casa Palmera is to not only heal the physical body of a person, but also the spirit. We are challenged to find you the best solution to help you overcome your specific trials with compulsive eating disorder.
What causes Binge Eating?
Binge eating is not caused by laziness, a lack of caring or solely by the mere love of food. Often times, at the root of compulsive eating there are deep psychological problems. Persons suffering from this disorder distract themselves from these painful emotions and instead overindulge themselves in a variety of foods causing new problems, instead of addressing the actual problems at hand. The following are some factors that contribute to the onset of binge eating:
- Biology may have an affect on the onset of binge eating in a person. Chemicals in the brain, metabolism, as well as certain genes may make some more susceptible to this disorder than others.
- Psychological factors play a large role in the development of this disorder. Some people have a difficult time of handling their emotions, not knowing how to deal with anger and stress in life, and thus turn to food for relief. Another psychological factor that may have somewhat of an affect on this disorder is the presence of depression or simply poor self-image.
- Dieting is also a factor that may affect binge eating. A desire to eat can trigger a binge eating episode. For someone on a diet who skips meals or doesn’t eat enough will be more vulnerable to binge eating than someone who is eating healthy.
- The interpersonal environment an individual deals with has an affect on every area of their life, and thus clearly can trigger the onset of compulsive eating. Someone who has a bad relationship with certain members of his or her family, or who has been sexually, emotionally, or physically abused is at risk for this eating disorder. If these problems and memories are never dealt with properly, they can leave deep psychological scars, and for those who struggle with binge eating, these scars may be the very thing they struggle to cover up.
Through our holistic approach to recovery, Casa Palmera strives to focus on the overall well being and full recovery of our residents, instead of merely putting a “band-aid” over your symptoms. We address each aspect of your disorder and resolve to help you uncover and address hidden causes behind your compulsive eating disorder.
What are the effects of Binge Eating?
Binge eaters often do not binge on food very high in nutrients or protein, rather, they often eat foods with a high fat count. This can cause numerous medical complications due to poor nutrition. Eating in excess is never a good thing. The following are some problems that can arise from binging:
Physical Effects
- Obesity
- High levels of blood pressure and cholesterol
- Heart disease, other heart problems
- Some forms of cancer
- Arthritis
- Lack of sleep
- Type 2 diabetes
- Gastrointestinal problems
Emotional Effects
- Depression
- Stress
- Anxiety
- Lack of interest in every day activities
- Low self-esteem
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