The challenges of living with atypical anorexia long-term. Atypical anorexia is a subtype of anorexia nervosa characterized by less intense restrictive behaviors and a higher weight. Although atypical anorexia nervosa (AN) was first described over 30 years ago, little is known about its long-term course. The current study followed up a group of atypical AN […]

Health risks associated with compulsive overeating Compulsive overeating, or binge eating disorder, is a serious health condition that can have numerous negative consequences on an individual’s physical and mental health. Compulsive overeating is often characterized by an uncontrollable urge to eat, even when not hungry, and eating large amounts of food in a short period […]

women and compulsive overeating While the underlying causes of compulsive overeating in women are not fully understood, there are a number of contributing factors that may play a role. First, women are more likely than men to diet, and yo-yo dieting has been linked to binge eating. Second, women are more likely to use food […]

How to identify the signs of binge eating. When it comes to binge eating, there are a variety of signs and symptoms that can be used to identify it. First and foremost, binge eating is characterized by episodes of overeating. This means that someone who binge eats will consume large amounts of food in a […]

What is the best way to prevent binge eating disorder? If you’re worried that you or someone you know may be struggling with binge eating disorder, there are steps you can take to prevent it from developing or to get the person help early on. Binge eating disorder, also known as compulsive overeating, is an […]

Mindful eating: A path to ending binge eating Mindful eating is a practice that can be used to help end binge eating. It is based on the principle of mindfulness, which is the practice of being aware of and present in the moment. When you are mindful of your eating, you pay attention to your […]

How is emotional eating disorder diagnosed? An emotional eating disorder is diagnosed by a mental health professional, such as a psychiatrist, psychologist, or clinical social worker. The diagnosis is based on the criteria listed in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM), which is published by the American Psychiatric Association. To be diagnosed […]

How does binge eating disorder compare to other eating disorders? Binge eating disorder (BED) is an eating disorder characterized by frequent and uncontrolled episodes of binge eating. Unlike anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa, the two best-known eating disorders, people with BED do not routinely compensate for their binge eating by purging, fasting, or excessive exercise. […]

Make time for meals. We all know how important it is to eat breakfast, lunch and dinner every day. But sometimes it can be hard to find the time to fit in all three meals. If you’re always on the go, here are some tips for making time for meals. 1. Wake up earlier. This […]

Mindful eating: A path to ending binge eating Mindful eating is a process of becoming aware of and making choices about our food and drink without judgement. It can help to end binge eating because it teaches us to listen to our bodies and become more in tune with what we need, rather than eating […]