How do I know if I have Binge Eating Disorder?

1. Binge Eating Disorder How do I know if I have Binge Eating Disorder?

2. About Binge Eating Disorder Binge eating disorder is a serious health problem, but people with binge eating disorder can get better with treatment. Binge eating disorder is a type of eating disorder. Eating disorders are mental health problems that cause extreme and dangerous eating behaviors. These extreme eating behaviors cause other serious health problems and sometimes death. Some eating disorders also involve extreme exercise. People with binge-eating disorder (BED) often feel ashamed and embarrassed by their eating issues, and may attempt to conceal their symptoms. Binge eating usually occurs in secrecy, or at least as inconspicuously as possible. After a binge eating episode, people with this disorder often feel depressed and ashamed of themselves.

3. Symptoms of Binge-Eating Disorder Food is consumed more rapidly Control over the amount of food consumed is lost Feelings of disgust, regret, or guilt are experienced after the episode Eating may occur alone due to embarrassment over the amount of food consumed Marked distress regarding binge eating is present. Alternating between overeating and fasting by rarely eating normal meals. Not underweight since men and women with bulimia are usually normal weight or slightly overweight. Being underweight while purging might indicate a purging type of anorexia.

4. What are the causes and effects of Binge Eating Disorder? The causes of binge-eating disorder are unknown. But genetics, biological factors, long-term dieting and psychological issues increase your risk. Complications Poor quality of life Problems functioning at work, with your personal life or in social situations Social isolation Obesity Medical conditions related to obesity, such as joint problems, heart disease, type 2 diabetes, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and some sleep-related breathing disorders Psychiatric disorders that are often linked with binge-eating disorder include: Depression Bipolar disorder Anxiety Substance use disorders

5. Binge Eating Disorder treatment Ellern Mede follows the NICE recommendation that Cognitive BehaviouralTherapy is the treatment of choice for people with Binge Eating Disorder. We employ a patient-centered approach to tailor interventions to the patient’s life circumstances and health needs.

6. About Ellern Mede Ellern Mede has London's most specialised eating disorder treatment centresoffering services both to children and young adults, both outpatient and inpatient. Both NHS and Private. Inpatient and Outpatient care is offered at Ellern Mede Ridgeway and Ellern Mede Barnet. Outpatient care is offered in Harley Street and Wimpole Street central London.

7. Contact Information Phone : +44 (0)20 3209 7900 Fax: +44 (0)20 8906 1353 Email : info@ellernmede.org Web: https://ellernmede.org/