First-of-Its-Kind Binge Eating Disorder Drug Gets FDA Approval

First-of-Its-Kind Binge Eating Disorder Drug Gets FDA Approval

The drug, set to be marketed under the brand name Vyvanse, promises to treat moderate to severe binge eating disorder

Food Addiction More Likely in People with Impulsive Personalities

Food Addiction More Likely in People with Impulsive Personalities

This habit leads to higher body-mass indexes as well, researchers say

  • Health
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • August 21st, 2013
Eating Disorders and Alcohol Abuse Often Go Hand in Hand

Eating Disorders and Alcohol Abuse Often Go Hand in Hand

Scientists claim these conditions share a genetic cause

  • Health
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • April 24th, 2013
Deep Brain Stimulation Curbs Binge Eating, Penn Researchers Say

Deep Brain Stimulation Curbs Binge Eating, Penn Researchers Say

The findings of this investigation might eventually help people affected by obesity

Development of Addiction-Like Behaviors Linked to Binge Eating

Development of Addiction-Like Behaviors Linked to Binge Eating

Researchers investigate the link between the two phenomena

Depression Can Lead to Binge Eating in Teen Girls

Depression Can Lead to Binge Eating in Teen Girls

The connection apparently works both ways, scientists say

  • Health
  • By Tudor Vieru
  • May 27th, 2010
Brain Matter Lost During Anorexia Can Be Recovered

Brain Matter Lost During Anorexia Can Be Recovered

If patients resume eating normally

  • Diets
  • By Elena Gorgan
  • April 23rd, 2009
AI Judge Kara DioGuardi Talks Secret Eating Disorder

AI Judge Kara DioGuardi Talks Secret Eating Disorder

Famed songwriter and producer reveals problems with binge eating as a youth