Recognizing the psychological suffering associated with obesity and asking for help
Like all addictions, these behaviours are not voluntary. They are forced, irrepressible, imperious. It takes an iron will to get rid of it, but fortunately, there are solutions.
Surround yourself with people who care
Self-help groups, which promote socialization and externalization of the problem, can support individual willpower.
Seek psychological support
Psychological help is undoubtedly the safest way. It can take the form of occasional support or more systematic cognitive and behavioural therapy, or even psychotherapy. The main thing is that it is adapted to patients so that it is experienced as a positive exploration giving them the strength and confidence necessary to overcome their difficulties.
In some cases, consider medication
It is also possible, today, to prescribe medication to control bulimic episodes and reduce emotional shocks.
Talk to your healthcare professional
In all cases, the best thing is to discuss the matter with a doctor. He or she will be the best qualified to determine which specialist to turn to, depending on the person’s condition.