binge-eating disorder

a disorder marked by recurring discrete periods of uncontrolled consumption of abnormally large quantities of food and by distress associated with this behavior. There is an absence of inappropriate compensatory behaviors (e.g., vomiting, laxative misuse, excessive exercise, fasting). Compare bulimia nervosa. See also eating disorder.

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December 24th 2024

organizational climate

the general character of the total organizational environment as perceived by those who work within it. It is an expression of the organizational culture.