How To Overcome Bulimia

There are a number of binge eating disorder treatment options available to help in the struggle against bulimia. Some form of psychotherapy is usually necessary, as bulimia is essentially a psychological disorder, wrapped in emotions and personal conflicts that need to be dealt with. Pharmaceutical medications are also commonly prescribed in order to help treat accompanying problems such as depression.

Psychotherapy

Individual, family or group therapy may be very beneficial in dealing with bulimia. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps the individual address the negative ideas surrounding food, body-image and self-esteem, while providing constructive ways of implementing new food habits. Family therapy may help the entire family deal with underlying conflicts and provide coping techniques for the family as a whole, while support groups provide a source of support and comfort. Individual therapy addresses underlying personal issues such as self-esteem and guilt associated with food. On the whole, psychotherapy is very successful in treating bulimia, and it is advised that you research which type or types of therapy would best suit you.

Drug Treatments

Medication may be prescribed to bulimic patients to help improve related symptoms such as accompanying depression, anxiety or obsessive behavior. Commonly prescribed drugs include antidepressants such as fluoxetine (Prozac), paroxetine (Paxil), and the antipsychotic drug lithium. While these drugs may help initially, up to 80% of patients relapse after the medication is discontinued, and in many cases, the side-effects are distressing.
It is strongly advised that you research any prescription medication and their side-effects before agreeing to drug therapy.

Natural Herbal and Homeopathic Remedies for Bulimia

Eating disorder treatment options available, natural remedies can be of great benefit in alleviating symptoms of anxiety and depression associated with bulimia, without the negative side effects of prescription medications. Some herbal formulas that assist with the related symptoms of bulimia include Passiflora Incarnata, which soothes the mind and calms the nerves. Hypericum perforatum (St. John’s Wort) has been very successful in treating the depression, which often accompanies an eating disorder.

Natural remedies such as MindSoothe may facilitate a reasonable attitude and lessen the burden on pressured minds. MindSoothe may also promote a well-adjusted outlook and positive temperament, support healthy sleep patterns, and routine appetite.


By P.AKILLA