Binge eating is the most common of all eating disorders, and unlike anorexia and bulimia, binge eating is very common in males. Considering the increase in obesity in the U.S., this is an important health issue, and this sensitively written book covers all aspects of binge eating, including what it is, how people get it, the warning signs, the effects on the body and self-image, and its treatment. The author also discusses the cultural and peer pressures that teens feel when it comes to their physical appearance.