However, interpersonal psychotherapy (improving interaction with other people) or depth psychotherapy (working through psychological conflicts from the past) also have a positive effect. Sometimes it also helps if the family or close caregivers are included in the therapy (systemic psychotherapy). In severe cases, short-term antidepressants can also help in the presence of other mental illnesses.
It is important that those affected find other ways to reduce their negative feelings. At the same time, they should learn to recognize when they are hungry and when it is other feelings that present themselves as “hunger”. People with a binge eating disorder should refrain from dieting to avoid triggering cravings.
In most cases, outpatient therapy is sufficient. However, if treatment is unsuccessful in the case of very severe illness or if there are significant psychosocial stress factors, inpatient treatment in a specialized clinic may also be appropriate.
We also offer MBT group therapy, which takes place every Tuesday in our clinic. The USZ also offers the group course “Weight competence SALZ”.