Eating Disorders Psychology is a branch of psychology that focuses on understanding and treating eating disorders, such as anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge eating disorder. These disorders are characterized by abnormal eating behaviors and distorted attitudes towards food, weight, and body image. Individuals with eating disorders often use food and weight control as a means of coping with emotional distress and problems in their lives. One aspect of Eating Disorders Psychology is the examination of the underlying causes and contributing factors of these disorders.