Binge eating or binge eating disorder (BED) is the term used to describe recurrent episodes where a person consumes large quantities of food quickly and often to the point of pain. People who binge frequently feel a lack of control over their episodes, frequently followed by intense feelings of guilt and shame. Binge eating is a behavior that can accompany other forms of disordered eating, and it is the most common eating disorder in the United States. Like all disordered eating habits, it can arise in people of any gender, body type, and identity, usually in response to extreme stress or trauma.
If you or someone you know is in immediate need of support, please seek professional help. If you are in crisis, here are some immediate free resources.
