Binge-eating disorder is a serious eating disorder in which people frequently consume unusually large amounts of food and feel unable to stop eating. For example, almost everyone overeats on occasion, such as having seconds or thirds of a holiday meal. But for some people, excessive overeating that feels out of control and becomes a regular occurrence crosses the line to binge-eating disorder. When they have binge-eating disorder, they may be embarrassed about overeating and vow to stop and that can lead them to serious health problem. Asserting that the lack of parental guidance on best eating habits among children is the major cause of eating disorders. Two diversity lenses are race and ethnicity. “This study revealed racial/ethnic differences in demographic variables, mean BMI, and features of eating disorder psychopathology among Caucasian, African American, and Hispanic participants who were enrolled in treatment trials for BED. Demographically, no age differences were found, but fewer African American men …show more content…
It can be diagnosis by physiatrist, and treatments are available. Treatment in most cases needs to address the eating behavior and associated psychological and medical problems. Many people with binge-eating disorder feel a sense of shame or self-disgust after the bingeing episodes, and up to half have a history of depression. “Binge eaters may suffer from nutritional deficiencies or from physical problems linked with obesity. Because of the potential threat to health posed by such physical problems, weight loss may be an important goal of treatment for binge eaters who are obese. Many experts; however, recommend that binge eaters who are not overweight or are only moderately obese avoid strict dieting, since that may worsen the binge eating. Some patients may benefit from treatment with antidepressant drugs. Forms of psychotherapy that may be helpful include cognitive-behavioral therapy and interpersonal therapy. Some patients may find self-help groups a valuable source of support.” (Funk & Wagnall’s New World Encyclopedia,2016) “Binge eating disorder (BED) is as prevalent among African American and Hispanic Americans as among Caucasian Americans; however, data regarding the characteristics of treatment-seeking individuals from racial and ethnic minority groups are rare. The purpose of this study was to investigate racial/ethnic differences in demographic characteristics and eating disorder symptoms in