Binge eating
Binge Eating
Binge eating (/bɪndʒ iːtɪŋ/), also known as compulsive overeating, is a medical condition characterized by recurrent episodes of eating large quantities of food, often very quickly and to the point of discomfort.
Etymology
The term "binge" originates from the Old English binge, meaning "to soak". In the context of eating disorders, it was first used in 1959 by Albert Stunkard, a psychiatrist and researcher.
Definition
Binge eating is defined by the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) as consuming an amount of food that is definitely larger than most people would eat in a similar period of time under similar circumstances, accompanied by feelings of lack of control.
Symptoms
Symptoms of binge eating may include eating unusually large amounts of food in a specific amount of time, eating even when full or not hungry, and feeling distressed, ashamed, or guilty about eating habits.
Related Terms
- Eating Disorders: A range of psychological conditions that cause unhealthy eating habits to develop. They might start with an obsession with food, body weight, or body shape.
- Bulimia Nervosa: A serious, potentially life-threatening eating disorder characterized by a cycle of bingeing and compensatory behaviors such as self-induced vomiting designed to undo or compensate for the effects of binge eating.
- Anorexia Nervosa: An eating disorder characterized by weight loss (or lack of appropriate weight gain in growing children); difficulties maintaining an appropriate body weight for height, age, and stature; and, in many individuals, distorted body image.
- Obesity: A complex disease involving an excessive amount of body fat. Obesity isn't just a cosmetic concern. It is a medical problem that increases the risk of other diseases and health problems, such as heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure and certain cancers.
Treatment
Treatment for binge eating disorder may include the use of medication, psychotherapy, and lifestyle changes. It is often treated in a multidisciplinary approach, involving psychologists, psychiatrists, dietitians, and other health professionals.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Binge eating
- Wikipedia's article - Binge eating
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