Eating disorders as much a biological illness as a psychological one. There are real differences between the brain function of those who suffer from eating disorders and those who do not.

Binge eating disorder, or BED, is perhaps one of the most misunderstood eating disorders. Eating disorders often come with the stereotype of someone who significantly restricts their food intake and is of a very low body weight. However, binge eating disorder is the most common eating disorder in the US and has the potential to be just as serious, distressing, and life-threatening as anorexia or bulimia.

As we continue to live our lives during the global COVID-19 pandemic, it seems especially important to talk about the impact that illnesses and getting sick can have on eating disorder recovery, and how to best protect and maintain recovery when you become ill.