Binge Eating Disorder is diagnosed by "experiencing" binge-eating episodes (without purging) more than ---- time)s) per week for ---
one,two months
two,three months
two,six months
four, six months
Binge Eating Disorder is diagnosed by experiencing binge-eating episodes (without purging) more than a certain number of times per week for a specific duration of time. To determine the correct answer, we need to identify the frequency and duration criteria for diagnosing this disorder.
According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, fifth edition (DSM-5), which is commonly used for diagnosing mental health disorders, the criteria for diagnosing Binge Eating Disorder is as follows:
1. Recurrent episodes of binge eating: This means regularly engaging in episodes of eating an abnormally large amount of food within a discrete period of time (e.g., within a two-hour period), associated with a loss of control over eating during that time.
2. Binge eating episodes characterized by three or more of the following: eating more rapidly than normal, eating until feeling uncomfortably full, eating large amounts of food when not physically hungry, eating alone because of embarrassment about how much is being eaten, feeling disgusted with oneself, depressed, or very guilty afterward.
3. Binge eating occurs, on average, at least once a week for three months: To meet the diagnostic criteria for Binge Eating Disorder, you must experience binge-eating episodes, as described above, at least once a week, on average, for a minimum period of three months.
Based on the criteria outlined above, the correct answer to the question is "one, two months" since binge-eating episodes need to occur at least once a week for three months (which equals about 12 weeks).
It's important to note that a proper diagnosis can only be made by a qualified healthcare professional or mental health provider who can assess the patient's symptoms and evaluate them against the criteria specified in the DSM-5.