Clinical recommendationEvidence ratingReferences
Interpersonal or cognitive behavior therapy should be offered to patients with bulimia nervosa and binge-eating disorder.A10, 18, 22
A self-help program may be considered as the first step in the treatment of bulimia nervosa and binge-eating disorder.B18, 19, 2123
Most patients with anorexia nervosa should be treated as outpatients in a tertiary care setting by a multidisciplinary team.C2, 3
A trial of an antidepressant may be offered as a primary therapy or in combination with psychotherapy in patients with bulimia nervosa.B8, 22