An eating disorder is described as "any range of psychological disorders characterized by abnormal or disturbed eating habits." Most people think that eating disorders only affect women, when in reality, 10-15% of eating disorders affect men. “In the United States, up to 30 million people of all ages and genders suffer from eating disorders such as anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorder. » As an eating disorder survivor, I have seen first-hand the harmful effects it has on the body and on people. around you. The National Eating Disorder Association (NEDA) says research has shown that the public health importance and severity of all types of eating disorders is extremely high and must be addressed. with bulimia nervosa recognize that their behaviors are unusual and possibly dangerous to their health. • Bulimia nervosa is frequently associated with symptoms of depression and changes in social adjustment. • The risk of death by suicide or Medical complications are significantly increased in cases of eating disorders. The disorder is a “serious mental illness characterized by regular episodes of binge eating.” A person suffering from binge eating disorder will not use compensatory behaviors, such as self-induced vomiting or excessive physical activity after binge eating disorder. Many people with binge eating disorder are overweight or obese. Binge eating disorder (BED) was officially recognized as an eating disorder in May 2013. It is the most common eating disorder in the United States. It is estimated that it affects 1.5% of the population. According to statistics, around 60% of women face it in early adulthood and 40% of men face it in midlife. Because this diagnosis is so new, many people do not understand or recognize the symptoms. Some symptoms are diverse and may differ from person to person.