Overview of Important Binge Eating Disorder Books for Those Seeking Lasting Recovery

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Here are a few Binge Eating Disorder Books that can help those seeking lasting recovery.

Binge Control: A Compact Recovery Guide

Written by Cynthia Bulik, Ph.D. (2015)

A highly readable book covering:  What is BED,  Who Suffers from BED, Why Me? What Causes BED?, BED and Weight Stigma, Psychological Treatments for BED, Medication Treatments for BED.

The author is a renowned expert in the field of eating disorder treatment. She is an excellent writer and dynamic presenter at conferences, social media events and television.

Her passion and understanding of BED make her one of the leading experts on this issue. I highly recommend this book and all that the talented Dr. Bulik offers to educate society about binge eating disorder and eating disorders, in general.

Dr. Bulik states:  “So many people who experience out of control eating don’t even realize that they have a diagnosable and treatable condition. Our job is to help people understand that they do not have to be at the mercy of their drive to eat and that they can be in control. Binge-eating disorder is common and is treatable.”

Cynthia M. Bulik, Ph.D., FAED, is Distinguished Professor of Eating Disorders in the Department of Psychiatry in the School of Medicine at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Professor of Nutrition in the Gillings School of Global Public Health, and Founding Director of the UNC Center of Excellence for Eating Disorders.

Dr. Bulik is also Professor of Medical Epidemiology and Biostatistics at the Karolinska Institutet in Stockholm, Sweden.

Answers to Binge Eating: New Hope for Appetite Control

Written by James Greenblatt, MD (2014)

Answers to Binge Eating Book Cover - Binge Eating Disorder Books for recoveryThis book includes chapters on:

  • Restoring Control
  • Addicted to Food (Dopamine)
  • Many Forms of Disordered Eating
  • Appetite & Weight Control Genetics
  • Food Addiction & Sugar
  • Food Addiction & Dairy/Wheat
  • Controlling Appetite with Amino Acid Supplements
  • Controlling Appetite with Vitamin & Mineral Supplements
  • Controlling Appetite with Medications
  • The Balance of Movement and Sleep and much more

Dr. Greenblatt brilliantly explains complex neurophysiologic information in a way that we can all understand. He does a wonderful job addressing both the psychological and physical treatment of binge eating disorder.

He addresses food addiction in a straightforward way with many useful suggestions to assist the reader in recovering from disordered eating.

Dr. Greenblatt states: “I’ve been treating binge eating disorder for over twenty years. Patients are too often disappointed by professionals who are focused on a singular approach to treatment and the management of this, often complex, disorder. In my twenty years of experience, treating thousands of patients, I believe an integrative approach looking at both biochemical vulnerabilities and psychological conflicts are the foundations to best utilize our current knowledge of nutrition and CBT. This book explores the complex landscape of disordered eating and focuses on the biological tools including medications and supplements, now available to effectively treat and prevent binge eating disorder.”

Dr. James Greenblatt is a board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrist who is an avid proponent and pioneer in applying genetics, nutrition and metabolism research and treatment into mainstream medicine.

Dr. Greenblatt is the Chief Medical Officer at Walden Behavioral Care and is the Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Tufts University School of Medicine.

Overcoming Binge Eating, 2nd Edition: The Proven Program to Learn Why You Binge& How You Can Stop

Written by Christopher G. Fairburn, DM, FMedSci, FRCPsych (2013)

Overcoming Binge Eating Book CoverWritten with insights and feedback from patients and volunteers who tried out Dr. Fairburn’s self help techniques. This book covers:

  • Binge Eating
  • Eating Problems and Eating Disorders
  • Who Binges
  • Psychological and Social Aspects
  • Physical Aspects
  • What Causes Binge Eating Problems
  • Binge Eating & Addiction
  • Alternatives to Binge Eating
  • Problem Solving
  • Body Image
  • Obtaining Professional Help and more

Dr. Fairburn clearly understands binge eating disorder and the immense psychological and physical pain it causes for eating disorder sufferers. He expertly addresses the pitfalls of dieting and rebound binge eating.

He outlines a clear program of techniques to enhance recovery from binge eating.

Dr. Christopher Fairburn, DM, FMedSci, FRCPsych., is a widely respected expert in the field of eating disorder treatment. He is a Professor of Psychiatry at University of Oxford. He is the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Academy of Eating Disorders.

Sources:

1. Bulik, C., PhD. (2015). Binge Control: A Compact Recovery Guide. CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform.

2. Greenblatt, J., & Taylor, V. R. (2014). Answers to appetite control: New hope for binge eating and weight management. North Charleston, SC: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform.

3. Fairburn, C. G. (2013). Overcoming binge eating: The proven program to learn why you binge and how you can stop. New York, NY: Guilford Press.

About the author:

Jacquelyn EkernJacquelyn Ekern, MS, LPC – Founder & Director

Jacquelyn Ekern, MS, LPC founded Eating Disorder Hope in 2005, driven by a profound desire to help those struggling with anorexia, bulimia and binge-eating disorder. This passion resulted from her battle with, and recovery from, an eating disorder. As president, Jacquelyn manages Ekern Enterprises, Inc. and the Eating Disorder Hope website. In addition, she is a fully licensed therapist with a closed private counseling practice specializing in the treatment of eating disorders.

Jacquelyn has a Bachelor of Science in Human Services degree from The University of Phoenix and a Masters degree in Counseling/Psychology, from Capella University. She has extensive experience in the eating disorder field including advanced education in psychology, participation and contributions to additional eating disorder groups, symposiums, and professional associations. She is a member of the National Eating Disorder Association (NEDA), Academy of Eating Disorders (AED), the Eating Disorders Coalition (EDC) and the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals (iaedp).

Jacquelyn enjoys art, working out, walking her golden retriever “Cowgirl”, reading, painting and time with family.
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Last Updated & Reviewed By: Jacquelyn Ekern, MS, LPC on February 23, 2016
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