Binge-Eating Disorder
What is binge-eating disorder?
Binge-eating disorder is a condition in which people frequently eat unusually large quantities of food (binges) during which they feel a lack of control of their eating.
People with binge-eating disorder feel a strong sense of shame about their eating habits and often go to great lengths to keep their binging habits secret.
Unlike with anorexia and bulimia, people with binge-eating disorder do not make unhealthy efforts to compensate for their calorie intake by vomiting, excessive exercise, or misuse of medications.
Learn more about binge-eating disorder
Check out these resources:
- National Eating Disorders Association website
- Academy for Eating Disorders website
- National Institute of Mental Health website
Are you concerned that you might have binge-eating disorder?
See our resource database for a list of books, websites, and local options for seeking professional evaluations and treatment.
