People with binge-eating disorder are usually very upset by their binge eating and may become depressed. Research has shown that people with binge-eating disorder report more health problems, stress, trouble sleeping, and suicidal thoughts than people without an eating disorder. People with binge-eating disorder often feel badly about themselves and may miss work, school, or social activities to binge eat.

People with binge-eating disorder may gain weight. Weight gain can lead to obesity, and obesity raises the risk for these health problems:

• type 2 diabetes
• high blood pressure
• high cholesterol
• gallbladder disease
• heart disease
• certain types of cancer

Other Useful links about Binge Eating Disorder

• Binge Eating Disorder Overview
  • Read more about binge-eating disorder.
• What causes Binge-Eating Disorder?
  • Read more about the causes of Binge-Eating; including, but not limited to depression, biology, coping skills. and dieting.
• Prognosis and Treatment for Binge-Eating
  • Various treatments for binge-eating include, but are not limited to Cognitive-behavioral therapy, psychotherapy, and neurofeedback.