Brain-Zapping Treatment for Binge-Eaters
A brain-zapping treatment using transcranial direct current stimulation has helped people with binge-eating disorder lose weight and reduce binge eating episodes. Participants experienced mood improvement and lasting changes in eating behavior.
Key Points
- Transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) helps reduce binge eating episodes and aids weight loss
- Participants reported lasting changes in eating behavior and mood improvement
- Treatment targets brain-driven patterns of behavior related to loss of control around food
Pros
- Effective in reducing binge eating episodes
- Participants lost weight and saw improvements in mood
- Home-based treatment option
Cons
- Not effective for everyone
- Further research needed on a larger scale