Understanding Binge Eating Disorder

What is the most common eating disorder?

• Binge Eating Disorder

• Bulimia

• Anorexia

• Orthorexia

Which of the following is a primary symptom of Binge Eating Disorder?

• Restricting food intake

• Purging after meals

• Frequent, uncontrollable food binges

• Excessive exercise

How does BED compare in prevalence to anorexia and bulimia combined?

• More common

• Equally common

• Less common

• Not comparable

When was Binge Eating Disorder officially recognized as a stand-alone eating disorder?

• 2010

• 2013

• 2007

• 2015

Which factor is NOT mentioned as a potential cause of BED?

• Psychological factors

• Lack of sleep

• Stressful life events

• Genetic predisposition

What did the 2013 systematic review find about people with BED compared to obese individuals without the disorder?

• They were more disciplined

• They had stronger responses to food rewards

• They were less impulsive

• They had weaker responses to food rewards

Which part of the brain shows less activity in people with BED according to a 2014 study?

• The part that handles inhibitions

• The part that handles memory

• The part that handles emotions

• The part that handles motor skills

What is a common treatment approach for BED?

• Surgical intervention

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

• Hypnotherapy

• Dietary supplements

What additional treatment might be offered to those who need more than therapy for BED?

• Antibiotics

• Antidepressants

• Vitamins

• Painkillers

What is the ultimate goal of learning more about BED?

• To increase awareness

• To find new and improved ways to recover

• To reduce therapy sessions

• To create more medications