TABLE 4.
Summary of treatment-related content and tasks in the iBED program.
Session number | Content of session |
Session 1 | Write pros and cons for binge eating in order to prepare for behavioral change. |
Session 2 | Establish a problems-and-goals list for treatment. |
Session 3 | Complete a food-diary for 7 consecutive days in order to gain insight and understanding of personal eating pattern. |
Session 4 | Complete a food diary for 7 consecutive days with focus on establishing a regular eating pattern. |
Session 5 | Monitor, register, and describe incidences of binge eating episodes for a week. |
Session 6 | Establish a list of cognitive and behavioral alternative strategies to cope with cravings to binge eat. |
Session 7 | Use alternative strategies (from previous session) for a week and evaluate on them. |
Session 8 | Establish a list of compassionate self-care strategies that can strengthen self-esteem and self-image. |
Session 9 | Establish a list of strategies and activities to prevent relapse. |
Session 10 | Evaluate treatment, including achievement of personal treatment goals, and write a farewell letter to the binge eating disorder. |