Binge eating disorder (BED) differs from bulimia in that individuals with BED ____.

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BED differs from bulimia in that individuals with BED do not have compensatory behaviors. They may feel guilt or shame after a binge, but they do not engage in behaviors such as purging to compensate for the binge. Loss of control during binge eating is a key characteristic of both BED and bulimia, so option A is incorrect. There is no specific calorie amount associated with a binge eating episode, so option B is incorrect. While lower self-esteem may be a common experience for individuals with BED, it is not a defining characteristic distinguishing it from bulimia, so option D is incorrect.

Binge Eating Disorder (BED) Differs from Bulimia in That Individuals