Available empirical evidence supports the current DSM duration and LOC attributes of a binge episode in BN and BED. However, a more controversial issues is the extent to which size is important in the definition of a binge episode (e.g., subjective vs. objective episodes) across diagnostic categories and the extent to which binge size informs prognosis, treatment, and clinical outcomes. Further study of binge eating attributes in AN is needed.

Objective To examine prevalence of multiple unhealthful behaviors and detect clusters of unhealthful behaviors among college women. Methods Women ages 18–22 enrolled full-time at an urban university located in the Northeastern United States were invited to complete an online survey, which assessed maintenance behaviors: fruits/vegetables, physical activity, cervical screening and at-risk behaviors: frequent drinking, smoking, and non-use of protective measures during sexual intercourse. Of 4774 invited, complete data is available for 1463 participants (1463/4774 = 30.6%). Results Nearly 65% had two or more unhealthful behaviors. Three distinct clusters were defined: cluster one included women who were lower in health maintenance and higher in at-risk behaviors; cluster two included women who were lower in health maintenance and lower in at-risk behaviors; and cluster three included women who were higher in health maintenance and intermediate in at-risk behaviors. Conclusion These clustering patterns suggest health programs directed at college students address multiple behaviors simultaneously. Practice implications Programs targeting multiple behaviors should consider activities for those seen within and outside of the context of health services.

Routine well-women visits offer an excellent opportunity to begin to address the impact of selected risk factors for infertility. Clinicians can utilize these visits to target appropriate interventions for initiating, repeating, and reinforcing messages on fertility risk.

Binge drinking and disordered eating behaviors are practiced by both male and female students and are common occurrences on college campuses. Nurse practitioners need to be aware of these behaviors, their co-occurrence, and the need to assess and intervene with students who are at risk for the negative health outcomes associated with the use of these behaviors.

Results generated from this study suggest that gender-disparate behaviors are potential targets for future tailored interventions.