Compulsive Eating
Compulsive Eating
Compulsive overeating, also sometimes known as food addiction, is characterized by an obsessive/compulsive relationship to food. People suffering with Compulsive Overeating have what is characterized as an “addiction” to food.
Signs of compulsive overeating
Binge eating, or eating uncontrollably even when not physically hungry
Eating much more rapidly than normal
Eating alone due to shame and embarrassment
Feelings of guilt due to overeating
Preoccupation with body weight
Depression or mood swings
Awareness that eating patterns are abnormal
Rapid weight gain or sudden onset of obesity
Significantly decreased mobility due to weight gain
History of weight fluctuations
Withdrawal from activities because of embarrassment about weight
History of many different unsuccessful diets
Eating little in public, but maintaining a high body weight
Very low self esteem and feeling need to eat greater and greater amounts.
Symptoms of Compulsive Overeating
Compulsive eaters often over-indulge in sugary foods and use them in an attempt to change their mood. When they don’t eat the foods they want, they often experience severe withdrawal symptoms. People with compulsive eating disorder feel unable to stop eating, eat very fast, eat when they’re not hungry, eat only when alone, or eat nearly non-stop during the day.
Recovery from compulsive overeating
Compulsive overeating is handling with counseling and therapy. There are therapists who are particularly experienced at helping people who suffer from eating disorders. Approximately 80% of martyrs who seek professional help recover completely or experience significant reduction in their symptoms.
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