Binge Eating Disorder

Definition

Binge Eating Disorder is a serious eating disorder where individuals regularly consume very large amounts of food and feel unable to stop eating, often accompanied by feelings of distress or guilt.

Scientific / Technical Definition

Binge Eating Disorder (BED) is characterized by recurring episodes of eating significantly more food in a short period of time than most people would eat under similar circumstances, with episodes marked by feelings of lack of control. Unlike bulimia nervosa, binge eating episodes are not followed by purging behaviors like vomiting or excessive exercise.

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Additional Information

• knownIssues: Individuals with Binge Eating Disorder may experience significant physical and psychological problems, including obesity, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, and mental health issues such as depression and anxiety.

Related Terms

• Bulimia Nervosa
• Anorexia Nervosa
• Emotional Eating
• Compulsive Eating

References

• Binge Eating Disorder Overview | National Eating Disorders Association
• Binge Eating Disorder - Diagnostic Criteria | American Psychiatric Association