What is Binge Eating Disorder?

Binge eating disorder (BED) is when an individual consumes a large amount of food in a short period of time accompanied by feelings of shame, guilt, and loss of control.

Healthline.

“BED is characterized by repeated episodes of uncontrolled intake of unusually large amounts of food in a short period of time. These episodes are accompanied by feelings of guilt, shame, and psychological distress.”

NEDA.

“Binge eating disorder (BED) is a severe, life-threatening, and treatable eating disorder…