This is when people eat much more than their bodies need, for a long period of time. 

Compulsive eating can also start from people using food to comfort or distract themselves.

This can lead to someone being overweight and having serious medical problems.

Physical signs:

• Weight Gain
  

behavioural signs:

• Eating large quantities of food
• Eating inappropriate food
• Being secretive

psychological signs:

• Feeling depressed
• Mood swings
• Feeling out of control
• Emotional behaviour

The Eating Disorder Association youth line is 0845 634 7650

Website: Eating Disorders Association