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Bulimia
An eating disorder, most prevalent in women, whereby those suffering binge eat and induce themselves to vomit
604 Questions
Is bulimia usually harder to detect then anorexia?
Yes Bulimia Nervosa is in the DSM-IV TR so it can be diagnosed if the following symptoms are met: A. Refusal to maintain body weight at or above a minimally normal weight for age and height (weight loss leading to maintenance of body weight less than 85% of that expected; or failure to make expected weight gain during period of growth, leading to body weight less than 85% of that expected). B. Intense fear of gaining weight or becoming fat, even though underweight C. Disturbance in the way in which one's body weight or shape is experienced, undue influence of body weight or shape on self-evaluation, or denial of the seriousness of the current low body weight D. In postmenarcheal females, amenorrhea, i.e., the absence of at least three consecutive menstrual cycles. (A woman is considered to have amenorrhea if her periods occur only following hormone, e.g., estrogen, administration.) There are also 2 different types Restricting Type and Binge Eating Type
What is the historical background of bulimia?
I don't remember the dates, but it was done long ago by royalty when a lot of food was prepared for them and they wanted to eat it all. They would eat their fill, throw up, and repeat. Somewhere between then and now it got turned into an eating disorder and a way to get thin (not really) but that's it
Some one expierencing those symptoms are most likely suffering from binge- eating disorder, but depending on other symptoms could be suffering from bulimia
Bulimia is an eating disorder. Disorders are rarely good - especially when they result in tooth decay, ruptured stomach or esophagus, acid reflux, chronic constipation, broken blood vessels in the eyes, chronic sore throat, etc.
If you don't eat will you die?
eventually yes. It will take about 40-50 days and will be agonizing as your organs shut down and eat themselves one by one.
Yes i wanted to starve myself but i saw anorexic people & i nearly puked but if you don't eat you will eventually die!
If you had bulimia what should you do?
Whenever anyone talks about bulimia nervosa the first thing they focus on is a list of symptoms to do with bingeing and purging. However, there is much more to bulimia than this. It is a very complex illness that is poorly understood, and one for which treatment is still in its infancy. Orthodox medicine has little to contribute aside from the treatment of some of the more obvious physical symptoms. Sadly this does little or nothing to effect recovery.
Please don't think for an instant bulimia is limited to these. It is a deep seated psychological disease, often inherited, that affects the sufferer in a multitude of ways. The first signs someone has of being bulimic can be in the form of anxiety in early childhood. Only later (on average at the age of 17 and 4 months) does bingeing and purging enter the picture.
It helps to think of bingeing and purging as simply symptoms of a much deeper issue. It is an issue that can manifest itself in a multitude of ways, usually when the sufferer is at their most debilitated. They feel misunderstood, confused and then this unimaginable behavior manifests. Worse, the treatment they are often offered casts them as addicts and assumes their behavior is by choice. If addiction actually exists, it is assumed that this is further evidence of dysfunction. In reality the addiction is often another behavior triggered by anxiety; again, not a choice.
The only treatment that is going to benefit the person suffering, is one that deals directly with the underlying causes. For this reason, many treatments simply suppress a few symptoms. They do not effect cure. Measures of success have nothing to do with weight. Locking someone away and preventing them from purging is not a solution. If anything, it contributes to anxiety.
Often we see addiction in the family. This may be alcohol or narcotics, but is often present in either parents or grandparents. There is something of a myth that has grown up to suggest many bulimics have been sexually abused. There is no statistical evidence to suggest that instances of sexual abuse in bulimics is any higher than in the general population. This sort of misinformation is dangerous, as it can prevent some sufferers seeking help. They were never abused and wouldn't want anyone to suspect their parents of abusing them.
Because of the higher likelihood of addiction in the family, sometimes the bulimic individual doe s not have the benefit if a family that is supportive. However, because they are generally intelligent and creative individuals, they can sometimes find another support network.
Many bulimics experience shame and guilt around their behavior. This is particularly sad as their situation is not one of their choosing. It is an illness just like diabetes. However, sufferer often blames themselves for their condition.
Bulimic, or 'Group B', people have little control or moderation over some aspects of their life. Food tends to be focused on, however spending, drinking, exercise and sex are all areas in which this lack of moderation can be experienced. This is not by choice. It's simply deeply coded into the nature of the person. Only with careful management will they get things under control.
There is a direct relationship between satisfaction and anxiety. As their anxiety increases and their satisfaction reduces they become more likely to engage in bulimic activity. If for instance they have exams, or a difficult episode with friends, or even a nasty shock, they become radically more likely to binge/purge. Of course, narcotics and alcohol both increase stress and anxiety in the body. Excessive use of either is likely to trigger a return to bulimic behavior.
Many people forget that the poor moderation control also can have it's positive aspects. Bulimics are great employees, as they tend to take on additional work - unable to moderate their workload. There is a danger of 'burnout' here, however with a good manager this employee can be much more productive than her counterparts. Equally, at school they often do very well, because they give 110%. They work best in a project based environment, where work takes place in short bursts of intense activity, with periods for recuperation in between.
As the bulimic individual masters her situation she often thrives and moves into a new more creative stage of her life. She understands herself better, and learns to accept the benefits of her nature, while limiting the riskier aspects of it. Mastering anxiety often completely removes the binge/purge aspect of bulimia.
Please take a close look at http://www.BulimiaGirls.com for a full understanding of bulimia.
Yes, you can get so skinny your heart will give out; you can get throat cancer; you can decay your neck. But that's never put me off, I'm still addicted. you don't want to start, because you'll never stop, and I personally am not scared of death. on the contrary, I'm more scared of life. there are other ways to lose weight, don't get on the same train wreck as I am- trust me.
What problems causes bulimia purging and binge eating?
Anorexia and bulimia can have many different causes. In most cases, it is a combination of a few factors that ultimately lead to the development of the eating disorder. Some of those common factors are....
*Peer pressure
*Social / Society demands
*Media influences
*Low self-esteem
*Depression
*Low self body image
*OCD
*BDD (Body Dismorphic Disorder)
*Disordered eating habits
*Dieting gone too far / extreme diets
*Friends / family with eating disorders (influences)
When a person is bulimic how often do they throw up and do they ever eat and not throw up?
Not all bulimics throw up. Bulimia is binging & purging. Purging can be throwing up, but it can be also through laxatives, over exercising, or fasting. A bulimic has to be a binge eater, a binge is eating a ton of food in a short amount of time. Such as 3,000 calories in a half hour. The bulimic has no control over this.
Bulimia is not just throwing up!!
Are Americans eating themselves to death?
No, the majority of Americans are not eating healthy. That's one of the main reasons there's an obesity problem in America.
Can people with bulimia fall within the normal range for their age and weight?
Yes, they can. You can be any weight and still have an eating disorder. Weight doesn't determine anything; especially not beauty or worth. If you or someone you know feel like you may have bulimia, please please please get some help.
What is an eating disorder in which a person repeatedly eats large amounts of food and then purges?
It can be bulimia, or just binge eating then purging... so it may be either.
Is there a difference between Bulimia and Anorexia if so what and explain?
anorexia nervosa is when the person starves themselves because they feel that they are fat because of who they see in the mirror. they don't see themselves how others see them
bulimia nervosa can have some of the same symptoms, but instead of starving themselves, they binge (eat large amounts of food at one time) then purge (force themselves to throw it up)
What are symptoms of overeating disease?
Compulsive Overeating Disorder Characteristics
* May fulfill all the diagnostic critia for Bulimia Nervosa except for the regular purging.
* Will either binge on large amounts of food or snack continuously throughout the day.
* May be obsessed with food by thinking about it continuously.
* Food becomes a form of comfort to help with depression and feelings.
* Usually results in the person being overweight or obese. Some may be of normal weight if they go through periods of 'binge-free' days.
What are the health consequences of bulimia nervosa?
the worst consequences you can imagine!
ugly teeth
stomach aches
headaches
low self esteem
isolation
no friends
don't trust anyone
you lose all your friends
angry all the time
stop caring about everything that is not food
sore throat
scars in hands
nervous breakdowns almost every day
never would wish this upon anyone!
How do you tell someone you love how much you have messed up with Bulimia?
How do you mess up with bulima? Did you swallow the car,kids or house? Don't worry it will come up soon.
How many teens suffer from bulimia and anorexia each year?
Roughly 1 in every 200 people suffer from an eating disroder. Of that, 1 in every 250 is anorexic. Bulimia claims a much higher percentage of people. (Anorexia affects about 1%, while bulimia affects about 5%)
What is the main difference between BED eating disorder and Bulimia?
Both Binge Eaters and bulimia sufferers over stuff themselves with food but Bulimia sufferers throw it up and binge eaters don't
P'S - There both queers that just need to get over it...
How do you manage bulimia nervosa?
Bulimia can be treated in different ways but some only half cure and sufferers of bulimia relapse, psychologist may help dealing with stress and discovering why and how to overcome the disease. Talking to former bulimic people may help and also hypnosis.
The only treatment that is going to benefit the person suffering, is one that deals directly with the underlying causes. For this reason, many treatments simply suppress a few symptoms. They do not effect cure. Measures of success have nothing to do with weight. Locking someone away and preventing them from purging is not a solution. If anything, it contributes to anxiety.
Often we see addiction in the family. This may be alcohol or narcotics, but is often present in either parents or grandparents. There is something of a myth that has grown up to suggest many bulimics have been sexually abused. There is no statistical evidence to suggest that instances of sexual abuse in bulimics is any higher than in the general population. This sort of misinformation is dangerous, as it can prevent some sufferers seeking help. They were never abused and wouldn't want anyone to suspect their parents of abusing them.
Because of the higher likelihood of addiction in the family, sometimes the bulimic individual doe s not have the benefit if a family that is supportive. However, because they are generally intelligent and creative individuals, they can sometimes find another support network.
Many bulimics experience shame and guilt around their behavior. This is particularly sad as their situation is not one of their choosing. It is an illness just like diabetes. However, sufferer often blames themselves for their condition.
Bulimic, or 'Group B', people have little control or moderation over some aspects of their life. Food tends to be focused on, however spending, drinking, exercise and sex are all areas in which this lack of moderation can be experienced. This is not by choice. It's simply deeply coded into the nature of the person. Only with careful management will they get things under control.
There is a direct relationship between satisfaction and anxiety. As their anxiety increases and their satisfaction reduces they become more likely to engage in bulimic activity. If for instance they have exams, or a difficult episode with friends, or even a nasty shock, they become radically more likely to binge/purge. Of course, narcotics and alcohol both increase stress and anxiety in the body. Excessive use of either is likely to trigger a return to bulimic behavior.
Many people forget that the poor moderation control also can have it's positive aspects. Bulimics are great employees, as they tend to take on additional work - unable to moderate their workload. There is a danger of 'burnout' here, however with a good manager this employee can be much more productive than her counterparts. Equally, at school they often do very well, because they give 110%. They work best in a project based environment, where work takes place in short bursts of intense activity, with periods for recuperation in between.
As the bulimic individual masters her situation she often thrives and moves into a new more creative stage of her life. She understands herself better, and learns to accept the benefits of her nature, while limiting the riskier aspects of it. Mastering anxiety often completely removes the binge/purge aspect of bulimia.
Please take a close look at http://www.BulimiaGirls.com where you can find some detailed research on bulimia.
Can a twelve year old be bulimic?
Yes they can. It's heartbreaking that so many young girls feel as insecure as they do with their bodies, but most eating disorders start around middle school (12-13) years.
people become bulimic because theres so much pain in there life they use food as there emotions and when they throw up that's there way of gettinng rid of there pain,or they feel that they have nothing in there life they control so they use there weight as gaining control.
people become bulimic because theres so much pain in there life they use food as there emotions and when they throw up that's there way of gettinng rid of there pain,or they feel that they have nothing in there life they control so they use there weight as gaining control.
people become bulimic because theres so much pain in there life they use food as there emotions and when they throw up that's there way of gettinng rid of there pain,or they feel that they have nothing in there life they control so they use there weight as gaining control.
People are bulimic because of many reasons, a few being, they want to lose weight fast and convinced nothing else will help them they want to stay thin, or they tried it once and they are addicted because it's a disorder. Don't do it. Not only could you be hospitalized, but it is EXTREMELY hard to recover from.
Do men experience Bulimia Nervosa?
Yes.
Bulimia nervosa in men accounts for only 5-10% of all bulimia cases (with women making up the larger 90-95%). In most instances, male sufferers are caucasian in the middle to upper socioeconomic class. Its onset is generally later on in life as opposed to occurring during adolescence. Also, instances of bulimia nervosa in men have been linked to athletes in a sport that has weight regulations (such as boxers).
How long does it take to lose weight when you are bulimic?
Many bulimics do not lose weight at all. Many are actually overweight. Self-induced vomiting is a very poor method of weight control. Even if you throw up the moment after you finish eating, a significant amount of the food still gets digested. This is especially true if you binge instead of eating normal amounts of food. A lot of the calories still get absorbed.
Vomiting also makes you exhausted, so you are less likely to exercise.
