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What disorder is characterized by binging and purging?
It's not an eating disorder 'caused by', but rather 'classified by' and it is known as Bulimia Nervosa. Google it.
In what general illness category can bulimia nervosa be placed?
Because bulimia results from an excessive concern with weight control and self-image, and is often accompanied by depression, it is also considered a psychiatric illness.
What is the difference between the names anorexia nervosa and anorexia?
It is just a shorter version of the full name. Anorexia is short for Anorexia Nervosa. Therefore, Anorexia Nervosa is commonly referred to as Anorexia. (As is Bulimia. Bulimia is short for Bulimia Nervosa.)
Who discover Bulimia?
Also known as Bulimia Nervosa, bulimia was first discovered by Prof. Gerald Russell in the year 1979, when he was serving at the Royal Free Hospital in London. His discovery gained official recognition as a serious autonomous disorder by the American Psychiatric Association in 1980.
What are the types of bulimia?
there are 2 types of bulimia, they are Anorexia Nervosa & Bulimia Eating Disorder.
What environmental issues may manifest in bulimia nervosa?
Environmental influences include participation in work or sports that emphasize thinness, such as modeling, dancing, or gymnastics.
A person who has Bulimia Nervosa is?
Bulimic?
Can plethora be associated with anorexia nervosa?
I do not think it can be associated with anorexia nervosa, but I think it can be related with bulimia nervosa
The eating disorder characterized by compulsive overeating followed by self-induced vomiting and the use of laxatives or diuretics is?
That would be bulimia nervosa, more commonly known as just bulimia
How does the recovery rates differ between anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa?
Recovery rates for anorexia nervosa tend to be lower compared to bulimia nervosa. Studies suggest that about 50-70% of individuals with bulimia nervosa achieve full recovery, while only 30-50% of those with anorexia nervosa reach full recovery, often due to the more severe medical complications and psychological factors associated with anorexia. Additionally, the longer the duration of the eating disorder, the more challenging recovery becomes for both conditions. Early intervention is crucial in improving outcomes for both disorders.
The eating disoder characterized by self starvation and excessive weight loss is called bulimia nervosa?
no, what you are describing sounds like anorexia nervosa. bulimia is binging and purging.
What is another name for bulimia?
That depends on the disorder. Some examples could be: -Anorexia Nervosa -Bulimia Nervosa -Binge Eating Disorder There are many other types too.
