1) Recurrent episodes of binge eating.
2) Binge eating episodes are associated with 3 or more of the following: -unusually rapid eating -eating large amounts without physical hunger -eating until uncomfortably full -eating alone because of embarrassment -feelings of self-disgust, depression, or severe guilt after episodes.
3) Significant distress regarding binge eating.
4) Binge eating occurs, on average, at least once a week for 3 months.
5) No pattern of inappropriate compensatory behavior.