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Binge Eating Disorder

Binge Eating Disorder

Binge Eating Disorder

Binge eating disorder is characterized by compulsive overeating in which people consume huge amounts of food while feeling out of control and powerless to stop. The symptoms of binge eating disorder usually begin in late adolescence or early adulthood, often after a major diet. Seeing a professional therapist in some cases is the best way to help with binge eating disorders.
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Signs of Binge Eating

  • Lack of control once one begins to eat
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Anxiety
  • Shame
  • Disgust or self-hatred about eating behaviors

Emotional Symptoms

  • Eating large amounts of food
  • Eating even when full
  • Eating rapidly during binge episodes
  • Frequent dieting without weight loss
  • Frequently eating alone
  • Hoarding food
  • Hiding empty food containers

"I am beginning to measure myself in strength, not pounds.
Sometimes in smiles.

- Laurie Halse Anderson

Helpful Resources For Binge Eating Disorder

Academy for Eating Disorders (AED)
A multidisciplinary professional organization that focuses on Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder and related disorders. Also sponsors a newsletter and a conference.
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Formerly the American Dietetic Association, offers information about eating disorders, including an extensive nutrition reading list and a professional directory that allows visitors to search for Dietitians  specializing in eating disorders.
Binge Eating Disorder Association (BEDA)
The Binge Eating Disorder Association (BEDA) is the national organization focusing on increased prevention, diagnosis, and treatment for Binge Eating Disorder.
Diabulimia Helpline
Diabulimia Helpline is the world's first non-profit organization working to help those afflicted by diabulimia, and raise awareness of this deadly disease.
Eating Disorders Coalition for Research, Policy & Action (EDC)
This website offers the opportunity to join advocacy efforts at the federal level.
F.E.A.S.T.
F.E.A.S.T. is an organization of and for parents and caregivers to help loved ones recover from eating disorders by providing information and mutual support, promoting evidence-based treatment, and advocating for research and education to reduce the suffering associated with eating disorders.