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  Binge Eating Disorder (BED) is defined as an eating disorder marked by repetitive instances of binge eating, during which the person consumes more food than would typically be consumed within a distinct timeframe. Binge eating disorder (BED) is closely related to non-purging bulimia nervosa (BN), although there are distinctions between the two. The key characteristics of BED involve engaging in episodes of binge eating, occurring at least twice a week for six months, and accompanied by considerable distress. Unlike nonpurging bulimia nervosa, BED does not involve compensatory actions to avoid weight gain, such as self-induced vomiting, laxative or diuretic use, or other medications. While many individuals with BED are overweight, not all fall into this category. Overweight individuals with BED are subject to the typical health risks of obesity, such as diabetes, hypertension, and orthopedic issues. The binge-eating disorder commonly emerges as an outcome or consequence of depress...