Is it possible to have a binge eating disorder but still be skinny?

No. If you have unhealthy relationship with food like binge eating and vomiting after, you will be left with many health issues.

The thing with eating disorders is that they have nothing to do with weight. Eating disorders are a mental illness, and weight change is just a symptom. So the short answer is yes, you can have binge eating disorder and be skinny. Your physical appearance does not have much to do with an eating disorder, it is the thoughts that drive it. If you're worried about having an eating disorder, please see a doctor as it is so important that you're safe.

Yes, this is possible. Everybody is made differently, and this includes metabolism. Some peopls have slow metabolism, and some people have fast metabolism. For those who have very fast metabolism, they can eat as much as they can and still be skinny. Plus you can have a binge eating disorder and exercise excessively.

Binge eating related to bulimia is a disorder characterized by binging and then vomiting (purging). In that sense, it is possible. However, If you feel that you binge for reasons other than an eating disorder, it's best to discuss the possibilities as to why you feel the way that you do.

I think it is. If you started off at a very low weight, it may take a while before it shows on you, or you could have a medical condition that means it's not visible. You can never tell for sure why eating disorder someone has just by their weight!

Eating a lot doesn't necessarily mean you will gain weight. This could be due to genetics, or it could be due to what you are eating and how much exercise you are getting. Some people simply have a faster rate at which they break down food and metabolise it, which means they burn calories more quickly.

Yes it is. An eating disorder is not based on your weight. If you have a bad relationship with food - you have an eating disorder. There are more eating disorders than anorexia and bulimia and you should always take your disease seriously

Yes it is! Binge eating disorder says something about your eating habits, not your weight. Also, if your binges alternate with fasts or normal eating habits, you could stay skinny for a long time and still have binge eating disorder.

Yes, anyone can develop an eating disorder regardless or weight and appearance. As the disorder progresses, it`s possible that your weight will fluctuate due to your metabolism.

Yes. Having a binge eating disorder yet remaining skinny can happen to some people. This has to do with a persons high metabolism and body tolerance to the food said person is consuming. This is on the rarer side of the spectrum though, and if you are dealing with ano eating disorder of any kind, you should contact someone immediately, to receive the help you deserve! :)