A teenage boy sits in his car and eats an entire pizza before driving home. He's feeling anxious and out of control, so he overeats; afterward, he feels bloated and ashamed.

"Losing weight is not a cure for binge-eating disorder, as the problem is driven by emotions rather than pounds. Research shows that while gastric bypass surgery may help people lose weight, it doesn't cure binge-eating disorder."

According to the American Journal of Psychiatry, cognitive-behavioral therapy is the most effective treatment for binge-eating disorder, though certain medications can help as well. Read more at Fredericksburg.com.

Labels: emotions, binge_eating, feelings

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