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Definition: Bulimia

Bulimia is an eating disorder characterised by binge eating and then purging of food, by for example forced vomiting, misuse of laxatives or starvation dieting.

Like anorexia, bulimia can in some cases lead to death. Bulimics may feel depressed, and feel ashamed and alone.

Further information

* Something Fishy - Website for Bulimia and other Eating Disorders
Forum for people with or an interest in bulimia and other eating disorders.

* Narrative Approaches - Bulimia Archive
Information and articles on bulimia.

* Biting the Hand that Starves You - Bulimia/Anorexia.
Book by Richard Maisel, David Epston, Ali Borden on overcoming bulimia.



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