Binge Eating: A clinical & psychoanalytic perspective

CPD courses & hours for psychologists in Australia

Advance your practice as an Australian psychologist with this in-depth course on binge eating.

This talk provides a clinically grounded overview of binge eating, including its definition, diagnostic criteria, and psychological underpinnings. It explores binge eating as a coping mechanism linked to emotional regulation difficulties, early developmental experiences, and relational dynamics. Attention is given to themes such as shame, body image, attachment, and the symbolic meaning of food, alongside the impact of family systems and broader sociocultural influences. The session also addresses therapeutic challenges, including working with resistance, boundary issues, and adapting interventions to the patient’s developmental level.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this talk, participants will be able to:

• Identify the key diagnostic features and clinical presentation of binge eating, including DSM-5TR criteria and associated emotional experiences.
• Understand the psychological and developmental factors contributing to binge eating, including attachment patterns, emotional regulation, and relational dynamics.
• Apply appropriate therapeutic considerations when working with binge eating, including managing shame, resistance, and tailoring interventions to the individual.

 

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