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bulimiaEating disorder in which large amounts of food are consumed in a short time (‘binge’), usually followed by depression and self-criticism. The term is often used for bulimia nervosa, an emotional disorder in which eating is followed by deliberate vomiting and purging. This may be a chronic stage in anorexia nervosa. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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For their research, Hay and colleagues reviewed 48 studies that assessed different psychotherapies for bulimia nervosa and binge eating, including interpersonal, psychoanalytic, hypnosis, following procedures of a self-help book, and bulimia-specific CBT. More than half the people affected by bulimia nervosa can make a successful recovery with treatment. Bulimia nervosa such as eating binges followed by feelings of guilt, humiliation,and sell-deprecation. |
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