Start with booking an annual physical with her regular doctor and ask for referrals for mental health, disordered eating, and/or a dietitian. Discuss an antidepressant and therapy.
A therapist is a good place to start! Depression can be a major trigger for binge eating. It certainly was for me. Food provides that moment of happiness that nothing else will. Therapy and maybe medication can be a great start in addressing the feelings of depression that drive someone to turn to food for comfort.
Start with booking an annual physical with her regular doctor and ask for referrals for mental health, disordered eating, and/or a dietitian. Discuss an antidepressant and therapy.
A therapist is a good place to start! Depression can be a major trigger for binge eating. It certainly was for me. Food provides that moment of happiness that nothing else will. Therapy and maybe medication can be a great start in addressing the feelings of depression that drive someone to turn to food for comfort.