Description

This “Binge Eating” Pamphlet provides information about the causes, effects and treatments of this often unrecognized and misunderstood eating disorder. Unlike other eating disorders, people who have binge eating disorder do not throw up the food or exercise too much. The brochure begins by defining binge eating and differentiates between the disorder and the common occurrence of over eating. It also offers an outline of the causes of binge eating, including depression, stress, and extreme dieting.

The pamphlet explains the consequences of binge eating in terms of both physical and mental health effects and offers solutions to readers. People with binge eating disorder may also have other mental health problems, such as depression, anxiety, or substance abuse. In conclusion, the brochure closes by encouraging your audience to work together to recognize the symptoms of binge eating and take action to reduce the prevalence of this damaging disorder. Binge eating is treatable!

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This brochure is also available in Spanish.

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