
Explore seven lessons to understand, treat, and overcome binge eating disorder and compulsive overeating, written by how expert press Lindsay Rassam and narrated by Patricia Morris.
Explore binge eating disorder, its symptoms, prevalence, and the distinction from bulimia, and learn hopeful strategies to manage distressing eating behaviors.
Define binge eating disorder through DSM criteria, including large amounts in a short period and loss of control, with distress and weekly episodes, contrasting it with emotional eating.
Explore how biological and genetic factors interact with environmental conditions and psychological distress to trigger binge eating disorder, a perfect storm beyond willpower.
Examine the short and long term effects of binge eating disorder on physical, mental, emotional, and social health, including weight gain, health risks, and the cycle of guilt and secrecy.
Explore how binge eating disorder roots in emotional wounds and unmet needs, and learn that true healing emerges from addressing underlying pain, not dieting.
Explore treatment options for binge eating disorder, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), interpersonal therapy (IPT), and dialectal behavior therapy (DBT), plus medications like Vyvanse, and seek professional help and support.
Develop coping skills that address underlying emotions, using journaling and alternative activities, while reaching out for support to counter isolation and support recovery from binge eating.
Recognize that recovery from binge eating disorder is not linear, and manage relapses by maintaining wellness, seeking support from therapists and loved ones, and monitoring triggers to stay on track.
Explore references and resources for binge eating disorder, including NEDA, BDA, Healthline statistics, and treatment options. Access forums, helpline, and 12-step programs such as Overeaters Anonymous.
This audiobook offers hope for those struggling with binge eating disorder and those who believe they may be experiencing symptoms of binge eating disorder. It aims to provide one with further understanding into the intricacy of this mental illness, as well as necessary information for beginning or maintaining the recovery process.
This audiobook explores:
Diagnostic criteria for binge eating disorder
Distinctions between binge eating disorder and overeating, emotional eating, and food addiction
Complex factors that play into the development of binge eating disorder
Effects of binge eating disorder on an individual's physical, mental, and overall health
Potential sources of emotional emptiness that one may turn to food to fill
Various methods of treatment used to aid those suffering from binge eating disorder
Strategies for utilizing healthier coping mechanisms upon the urge to binge eat
Relapse as a part of the recovery process and how one can attain lasting recovery
Above all, this audiobook serves to provide clarity into binge eating disorder as a serious mental illness, as well as the encouragement for one to dig deeper into the underlying roots of their compulsive behavior. An individual can then take whatever steps are necessary to cope with binge eating disorder, develop a healthier relationship with food, and live a fuller life.
Lindsay Rossum has been in recovery from binge eating disorder for over four years and has been free from compulsive overeating for over two years. She is passionate about sharing her experiences with others to encourage them that there is hope and freedom from this disease. Lindsay now works as a recovery support specialist where she walks alongside others with mental disorders including eating disorders. Lindsay is a fan of rabbits (particularly her bunny, Lily), new stationery, and spending hours at coffee shops.