Binge Eating Disorder Triggers and Treatments

Dr. Tracy Marks discusses binge eating disorder (BED), differentiating it from bulimia and outlining its criteria. BED involves consuming large amounts of food while feeling out of control, occurring at least once a week for three months. Emotional triggers like sadness, anger, and frustration often lead to binge episodes. Treatment includes therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Interpersonal Therapy, and medications like Vyvanse. The video emphasizes understanding emotional triggers and finding healthier coping mechanisms.

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