Binge eating disorder occurs when you eat large amounts of food very quickly (binge). When you are eating, you feel unable to stop. After compulsive eating, he feels very upset because he cannot control himself. You usually eat so much that you end up being overweight.
Is Binge Eating Disorder the same as Bulimia or Anorexia Nervosa?
No. Binge eating disorder is different from other eating disorders, called bulimia and anorexia.
In bulimia nervosa you overeat, but you vomit next, so your weight ends up being a normal weight.
In anorexia nervosa you do not eat enough food and sometimes vomit after eating, so you are too thin
In binge eating disorder you overeat but do not induce vomiting, so you are often overweight
Who can have a Binge Eating Disorder?
Binge eating disorder affects both men and women. Binge eating disorder is more common in men than other eating disorders. Binge eating disorder often occurs in people older than those with other eating disorders.
What are the Symptoms of a Binge Eating Disorder?
Eating compulsively and feeling out of control
Eat until you feel unpleasantly full
Eating large amounts of food without being hungry
Eating alone because of shame
Feeling upset, depressed, or guilty after the binge
How can doctors tell if I have a Binge Eating Disorder?
Doctors can tell you that you have a binge eating disorder if you have characteristic symptoms and behaviors and:
Adelaide Hypnotherapist to help stop binge eating Weight loss programs or weight loss medications to help control weight A type of antidepressant medication to help stop binge eating and control weight