Binge Eating Disorder (BED)

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According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th Edition (DSM-V) Binge Eating disorder (BED) characterized by recurrent binge eating behavior with the recurrent inappropriate compensatory behavior that are part of bulimia nervosa. (DSM) The compensatory behaviors include acts like vomiting and the use of laxatives. (website) The Abnormal Psychology 3rd edition, says this disorder is present in three and a half percent of women and two percent of men. This disorder is also co-occurring with obesity because there is over eating and no sense method to maintain a healthy weight. This disorder is also co-occurring with disorders like anxiety, mood disorder, and substance abuse. Due to the fact people suffering from this

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