Question

Which of the following is characteristic of a binge-eating disorder?

A. The person forces vomiting after overeating.
B. The person overeats in a short amount of time.
C. The person eats and snacks constantly throughout the day.
D. The person undereats, leading to an unhealthy, low body weight.

Answer 1

binge eating is when someone struggles with eating a large amount of food very fast in a short amount of time. it’s considered an eating disorder because it’s a compulsion. A would be an example of bullemia and D would be an example of anorexia. C is not really considered an eating disorder so that leaves B which fits the criteria.

Answer 2

B the person overeats in a short amount of time