Breaking Bulimia
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Bulimia nervosa is characterised by repeated episodes of binge-eating followed by behaviour aimed at compensating for the out of control eating. These compensatory behaviours can include fasting, self-induced vomiting, the use of laxatives and diuretics or appetite suppressants and excessive exercising.
In many cases, bulimia begins with a diet but the preoccupation with food and weight becomes obsessive and can take over the person's life. Eventually, they will become locked into a compulsive cycle of bingeing and purging (getting rid of the food) or resorting to other ways of preventing weight gain. Attempts to break the cycle often fail. The person begins to feel more and more out of control. Self-esteem is very low as it is measured against the ability to control one's eating, weight, shape and size. On the outside, a person with bulimia may seem very capable, positive, successful and on top of things. However, on the inside, they may be struggling desperately with feelings of guilt, shame, self-loathing and ineffectiveness.
For some people, bulimia develops after a period of anorexia. In such cases, diagnosis is not always clear-cut and treatment can be more complex.
Many people with bulimia maintain a normal body weight. As a result, the disorder can sometimes go unnoticed and untreated for a long time. The longer the binge-purge cycle remains in place, the harder it becomes to overcome it.
- Repeated episodes of binge eating, i.e. eating larger than normal quantities of food in a short space of time.
- Compensating for binges - this can take the form of purging or getting rid of the food by vomiting or using laxatives. Other means of trying to ensure there is no weight gain include periods of fasting or dieting, exercising and using diuretics.
- Preoccupation with body weight, shape and size.
- Self-evaluation is influenced significantly by body weight, size and shape.
- Hormonal disturbance including irregular menstruation.
Other Signs & Symptoms
Physical signs and symptoms:
- Frequent changes in weight.
- Lethargy, tiredness and insomnia.
- Dehydration.
- General digestive problems (cramps, wind, constipation, diarrhoea)
- Poor skin condition.
- Headaches, tension.
- Sore throat and mouth ulcers, husky voice.
- Calluses on fingers.
- Irregular periods.
- Enlarged salivary glands.
- Erosion of tooth enamel, tooth decay.
Desmond Gahan
Desmond Gahan BA., (Dip. Applied Psychology) is the author and publisher of many non fiction books. His special area is psychology and psychopathology. He lives in Dublin Ireland.
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Find the Best Bulimia Treatment Programs and Dual Diagnosis Rehabs
Bulimia nervosa is an eating disorder usually characterized by periods of binging—or excessive overeating—followed by purging. People with bulimia have a fear of gaining weight; however, that does not mean all people with bulimia are underweight. Some people with bulimia are overweight or obese. They attempt to use purging to manage their weight or prevent additional weight gain. Bulimia nervosa is a serious mental illness that requires intensive treatment. Getting help for your bulimia gives you the best chance to overcome this eating disorder.
What Are Typical Behaviors of People With Bulimia?
A person with bulimia might eat more than 2,000 calories in one sitting and then induce vomiting. Vomiting, however, is not the only method of purging. Excessive exercise, laxative use, enemas, fasting or a combination of purging methods are common alternatives to vomiting. People who binge without purging often receive the diagnosis of binge eating disorder.
What Are the Physical Dangers of Bulimia?
bulimia nervosaFrequent cycles of binging and purging put severe stress on your body. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, your heart