Binge eating symptoms

A. Recurring episodes of binge eating with the feeling of loss of control

B. These episodes are associated with at least 3 of the following criteria:
• Food intake is extremely fast and in quantities well above normal
• Person eats to the point of feeling an uncomfortable abdominal distension
• Eats large amounts of food without having any sensation of hunger
• Eats alone, being embarrassed to eat such a large quantity of food
• Feels self-disgust, depression or strong guilt after binge eating episodes

C. Bulimic behaviour is a source of noticeable suffering.

D. Bulimic behaviour occurs at least once a week over a three-month period.

E. This bulimic behaviour is not associated with inappropriate compensatory behaviours and does not occur exclusively during anorexia or bulimia