Binge Eating Disorder, commonly known as BED, compulsive overeating, emotional eating, or food addiction, is the most common eating disorder in the United States and is prevalent in up to 30% of those seeking weight loss treatment. Binge eating disorder affects women more often than men, with estimates indicating about 60% of people struggling with binge eating disorder are female, and 40% are males (NEDA, 2012). Of those with binge eating disorder, it is estimated that 40%-60% are morbidly obese, 20-50% are obese, and up to 40% are average weight.
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