When will the Binge Eating Cycle Stop?
Compulsive overeaters develop the habit of binge eating to relieve depression. Most people who indulge in this kind of activity are aware of the problem. Hence, every episode of binge eating is followed by guilt and remorse. In the aftermath of a binge, many victims even take fresh resolutions to stop binge eating. But these resolutions last only till the next ‘eat-athon’, and the binge eating cycle continues. The binge eating cycle is a devastating one. Uncontrolled eating may relieve stress but it makes victims feel a certain lack of control, which leads to psychological stress. This stress lays the groundwork for the next binge. When other emotions pile up, the victim reaches a point where they finally lose control and let go of their good resolutions. In order to get over the binge eating cycle, victims have to develop sharp self-awareness. They should know what events/situations are most likely to trigger a binge. Do stressful events at work get to you, or is it a relationship pro
