What is Compulsive Eating Disorder?
Compulsive eating disorder, also known as food addiction or emotional eating, is characterized by uncontrollable urges to eat large quantities of food, often in response to emotional stress, boredom, or anxiety. Individuals with this disorder may eat in secret, feel out of control during episodes, and experience guilt or shame afterward. This cycle can lead to weight gain, health problems, and emotional distress, further perpetuating unhealthy eating patterns.
Compulsive eating disorder is more than just overeating; it involves deep emotional and psychological struggles. People with this disorder may use food as a way to cope with difficult emotions or trauma. Left untreated, compulsive eating can lead to serious health risks such as obesity, heart disease, and diabetes, as well as worsen mental health issues like depression and anxiety.