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Bulimia Nervosa

Those who suffer from the eating disorder Bulimia Nervosa experience episodes of binge eating followed by purging. The desire to lose weight and an unhealthy body image causes sufferers to purge by induced vomiting, using laxatives or other methods. Learn more about the symptoms and treatment for Bulimia Nervosa, including advice and tips for those in recovery, how to spot warning signs and help a loved one suffering from the disorder.

Bulimic Personality: A Look at the Personality Traits of a Bulimic

Bulimics may appear quite “normal” and able to cope up with life, but inside they are insecure, lack confidence and are vulnerable. Those who suffer from this …

Families Can Help A Recovering Bulimic - Top Tips and Advice

Families can help a recovering bulimic by being great listeners, seeking professional advice where necessary and setting good examples when …

What is Bulimia Nervosa? - Focusing on the Causes and Symptoms of Bulimia

A life-threatening binge and purge disorder, bulimia is characterized by bouts of excessive overeating followed by attempts to get rid of …

How To Stop Being Bulimic: Top Tips and Advice to Overcome Bulimia

Overcoming bulimia will not be the easiest challenge you have ever faced, but with determination, faith in yourself, and by following these …

Dating a Bulimic: Overcoming the Challenges of Being with a Bulimic

Dating a bulimic can be challenging and you may feel helpless and clueless about the best ways to deal with your partner. But do not …

Explaining the Differences between Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa

As difficult as it may be for some to understand, an eating disorder is a form of mental illness. The two primary eating disorders are …

Five Pieces of Advice for Bulimics

As someone who struggles with bulimia, you may feel like overcoming your eating disorder is impossible. But take heart! These five pieces of …

The Effects of Being Bulimic: Physical and Psychological

Many of us are familiar with the urge to rummage our fridge for food when we feel lonely, bored or just plain stressed. For bulimics the …

Why Are People Bulimic? Causes and Risk Factors for Bulimia

Many people are aware of bulimia, an eating disorder based on binging and purging. But why are people bulimic anyway? Read on to find out.

Tips on How to Tell If Someone is Bulimic

You see that your daughter looks pale and drawn, and that she seems to have lost a lot of weight recently. But are these red flags for …