Is it possible to have a binge eating disorder but still be skinny?
ColoredPerspective
on
Jul 14, 2016
...read more
Exactly! Binge eating doesn't affect a race, culture, sexual preference, gender, or size. It can affect anyone and everyone just like cancer because it is not biased.
Anonymous
on
Jul 16, 2016
...read more
Yes- binge eating disorder does not have a weight criterion like you may find with other disorders. You can be any weight and struggle with binge eating.
Anonymous
on
Jul 20, 2016
...read more
Yes, it most definitely is. An eating disorder is all about how you see yourself. You could be a stick figure, model thin girl and still see yourself as overweight and turn to bingeing or anorexia.
Anonymous
on
Aug 3, 2016
...read more
Yes, I am living proof of this! It depends all on what metabolism you have or even if you work out after binge eating.
Anonymous
on
Aug 4, 2016
...read more
Yes, it is very possible, since you will likely try to get rid of the food or exercise a lot to get it all out.
LokadiaElaine
on
Aug 10, 2016
...read more
yes, weight has nothing to do with anything. your behaviours are often what fit a diagnosis criteria for certain types of disorders. Definitely talk to a professional though, and see if this applies to you. i obviously don't know your habits or behaviours but i do know that it is possible to have a binge eating disorder and still be skinny because every BODY is different
Anonymous
on
Aug 17, 2016
...read more
It is very possible. I have multiple eating disorders and I have the same issue. it can do sometimes with metabolism.
dreamsofhope
on
Aug 19, 2016
...read more
Yes. Absolutely. Eating disorders are not only about how much someone weighs. Of course, Anorexia for example is only diagnosed within underweight people but other eating disorders such as Bulimia, BED or EDNOS do not always stand in relation to the person's weight or physical appearance.
celerystacey
on
Sep 4, 2016
...read more
I'm sure a fast metabolism would make this possible, but you must remember everyone is different in these circumstances
Anonymous
on
Sep 7, 2016
...read more
I wouldn't think it would be common but if you mean binges every so often in combination with another eating disorder then maybe.
Is skinny always considered a compliment?
193 Answers
Can you be thin and have a binge eating disorder?
178 Answers
What is body dysmorphia?
166 Answers
How do I leave a toxic relationship?
111 Answers
How can I control my eating when I have impulse control issues?
86 Answers
Why can't I eat as much as I used to?
73 Answers
Communities
