Binge Eating Disorder: The Eating Disorder Affecting Males and Females More Equally
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While conditions like anorexia and bulimia are disproportionately diagnosed in women, with some estimates suggesting a 3:1 ratio, one specific eating disorder tends to affect males and females more equally. That condition is Binge Eating Disorder (BED), where gender distribution is found to be roughly equal, although underreporting in men remains a significant issue. This closer gender parity in BED contrasts sharply with other eating disorders, highlighting the need for broader awareness beyond gender stereotypes.
