Bulimia Nervosa

Category: Mental Health / Eating Disorders

Bulimia Nervosa is an eating disorder characterized by recurrent episodes of binge eating followed by compensatory behaviors such as self-induced vomiting, excessive exercise, or misuse of laxatives. Individuals often maintain a normal body weight but experience significant distress about their body shape and weight.

Global Prevalence

Approximately 1.0-1.5% of the general population, with higher rates in adolescents and young adults (NIMH, 2022).

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