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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Bulimia Nervosa Abstract. Abstract:: Cognitive behavioural therapy for eating disorders is an evidence-based effective method for the treatment of bulimia nervosa. It is based on a multifactorial and behavioal disorder model in which causes, triggering and maintaining conditions are considered and summarized in a behavioral analysis. Symptom-oriented standard procedures are used in the therapy process. Skills such as emotion regulation, interpersonal competence and cognitive techniques are taught. The low self-esteem and body dissatisfaction are of particular importance. Finally, personal goals are worked on with the patient, taking into account individual needs.

Obesity is not an eating disorder. Nevertheless, dysfunctional eating pattersn and eating disorders have a substantial impact on emergence and maintenance of obesity. In this article we describe problematic eating patterns that are common in obese patients and how these eating behaviors should be explored. Eating disorders are differentiated from subclinical dysfunctional eating behavior. A classification system for dysfunctional eating patterns in obesity doesn't exist so far.