Bulimia
Bulimia Nervosa is an eating disorder where binge eating followed by purging or abstinence occurs.
Risks
- May cause stomach to rupture (extreme cases, rare)
- heart failure
- tooth decay as a result of frequent vomiting
It is common for bulimics to suffer from depression, anxiety, problems with drugs and alcohol, and suicidal behaviour.
Treatment
- Nutrition Therapy
- Psychological Therapy