In his abnormal psychology class, Sage learned about a new eating disorder. This disorder occurs when a person eats a significant amount of food in a short period of time but does not try to compensate afterward for the food eaten. What disorder did Sage MOST likely learn about?

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Binge eating disorder is characterized by consuming large amounts of food in a short period without engaging in compensatory behaviors such as vomiting, excessive exercise, or fasting, which distinguishes it from other eating disorders like bulimia nervosa.

In His Abnormal Psychology Class, Sage Learned About a New