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A member asked:
Can you please tell me why it'sthat when people think eating disorder, they mostly think anorexia or bulimia?
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The media: Anorexia and bulimia are more well known b/c they have been more publicized in the media. Binge eating disorder is actually more common in both women and men and is starting to be recognized as a legitimate disorder in addition to the others which can cause significant physical health problems and functional impairment.
Answered 3/18/2017
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