The typical characteristics for binge-eating disorder include binge-eating episodes

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Binge-eating disorder is characterized by recurrent episodes of binge-eating where one consumes an abnormally large amount of food in a short period and experiences a sense of lack of control during the binge. Unlike bulimia nervosa, binge-eating episodes are not accompanied by compensatory behaviors such as purging. The binge eating episodes occur on average at least once a week for 3 months and cause significant distress. Binge-eating episodes are also not easily controlled or stopped at will, which is why option D is not correct. Therefore, the best choice is A.

The Typical Characteristics for Binge-Eating Disorder Include Binge-Eating Episodes