Binge Eating Disorder

Binge eating disorder, formally referred to as compulsive overeating, is newly classified as an eating disorder since 2014.

Sense of lack of control while eating
Binge eating episodes are marked by significant distress followed by shame, guilt and depression
No compensatory behaviors are used after the binge episodes
Eating large quantities of food
Eating until uncomfortably full
Weight gain/fluctuation
Secretive eating
Hiding food
Low self-esteem
Social isolation