What role do emotions play in binge eating?

Emotions play a huge role in binge eating and there is often some kind of childhood trauma behind the behavior. In this Ask the Experts video, psychologist Brenda Wade, PhD, discusses how emotional situations or issues tend to trigger binge eating.

Start by identifying your triggers.

Prescribing antidepressants alone for bipolar disorder could actually increase manic episodes in patients.

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Constant caffeine, skipped workouts and other perils of the late-night worker.

Try affirmative self-talk to turn your outlook around.