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Binge Disorder

Rabdos

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Type of diabetes
Type 2
Treatment type
Diet only
Hello,

I have huge problem with binge disorder. My GP is an idiot and he has no clue on how to help. Don't tell me to go to different GP as they are mostly all the same. Is there a way to receive help?

What is the support I SHOULD get based on the guidelines? What is the most effective intervention?
and how can I get it?

thanks!
 
My understanding from various guidelines I've seen is that disorders like this may be treated in a multi-disciplinary team, or at least by a psychiatrist and a psychologist with relevant expertise in the area. That sort of intervention is costly so I imagine it is rationed where you live, to meet the needs of those most severely affected.

Some people get a degree of relief by having any physical issues assessed and treated, such as sleep apnoea, hormone imbalances etc. There are certain medications that can help reduce overeating, when used correctly, such as Bupropion. I was never very convinced it would do enough for me to justify swapping an existing med that was doing more for me.

Unfortunately the health system in the UK and similar countries like NZ revolves around the GP being the gatekeeper/co-ordinator of care. So if you can't get anywhere with your current GP and feel they are all the same, it may be a struggle to access what you need. Some areas have patient advocates who can help people get their needs met by health care professionals.
 
Hi @carbolysis

You have started this thread in the 'General Chat' section of the forum.
I think you would get a wider range of responses if it was moved to another section of the forum.

We have an Eating Disorder section for Type 1 diabetcis on insulin, so I won't suggest moving your thread there, since you are T2 not on insulin. But I can move it to 'Ask a question' or 'Diabetes Discussion' if you like?
 
yes please, move it wherever you think it's more appropriate thanks
 
Hi Carbolysis - I'm really sorry to hear you are currently experiencing Binge Eating Disorder (BED). Seeking and receiving treatment for Eating Disorders (EDs) in UK can be patchy at best. I was "fortunate" that when I was in the grasp of my own ED many moons ago, I was living in another country, and received truly excellent care.

The following links may give you some pointers.

In your shoes, I would have a read of the NICE guidelines, which outline what could be expected, although I emphasis could, rather than be fully optimistic and use should be available.

https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng...s-recognition-and-treatment-pdf-1837582159813

I would also seriously consider contacting BEAT, or if you find the prospect of immediately talking oto someone, you could look through the available resources, including a search for support groups in your area.


https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/types/binge-eating-disorder/treatment

https://helpfinder.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/listings

Good luck with it. EDs are truly miserable, and take a long to get over, but it is possible. I am the living breathing proof of that. I wish you well.
 
Thanks DCUKMod, by the way, which country was that which gave you excellent care?
 
carbolysis said:
Thanks DCUKMod, by the way, which country was that which gave you excellent care?
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I was in Germany, but I was working for the UK government. By virtue of my contractual arrangements I was an in-patient in a British Military Hospital, where I was the only person being treated for any form of eating disorder. That made me "intereresting", and therefore I saw the Big Cheese Psychiatrist almost every day, and a chef would visit me in my room to take my food orders for the next 24 hours.

Thank you every British tax payer, because otherwise I really doubt I would have survided.

If it's any consolation, and I appreciate it may not be, my experiences whilst in the grasp, and then my rerecover time, were the making of me, and built my belief that I could achieve anything I wanted, if I tried hard enough.

It's just a pity that what I almost achieve was my own demise.

As I said, it is possible to rreecover and recover well from ED, but in my own experience and obserrvation of othererrs, it's not a quick job, but trust me it's worth it. When the time comes and you realise you have loosened and stepped away from the shackles of your ED, it's such a great, great feeling.

I may be over it, but I'll never forget it.

Have you had a look at the BEAT site? Are there any groups orr resources in your area? You've taken a big step talking about it on here. Please do capitalise on it, and let me know if I can help further. Good luck!
 
That is so good to hear, @DCUKMod, that you were able to beat an ED and it made you stronger. I feel that way too about having had depression. If only such good care was available everywhere... but I know most HCPs working in mental health care try their best with the resources available. I have found it to be a lottery depending on where you live. Have had some great experiences and some not so great.

From what I've seen, the whole area of EDs is being noticed more by health planners, with more resources going in (at least in NZ, I guess it's the same in the UK but don't know). There is a lot more recognition generally that there is more to EDs than just anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa, and early intervention is key.
 
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