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Eating disorders are serious behavior problems. They include

  • Anorexia nervosa, in which you become too thin, but you don't eat enough because you think you are fat
  • Bulimia nervosa, involving periods of overeating followed by purging, sometimes through self-induced vomiting or using laxatives
  • Binge-eating, which is out-of-control eating

Women are more likely than men to have eating disorders. They usually start in the teenage years and often occur along with depression, anxiety disorders and substance abuse. (Read more)

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  1. Eating Disorders (National Library of Medicine)
    Eating disorders are serious behavior problems. They include Anorexia nervosa, in which you become too thin, but you ... eat enough because you think you are fat Bulimia nervosa, involving periods of overeating followed by purging, ...
  2. Bulimia nervosa; Binge-purge behavior; Eating disorder - bulimia ... In bulimia, eating binges may occur as often as several times daily for many months. These binges cause a ...
  3. Anorexia nervosa - resources; Bulimia - resources; Overeating - resources; Resources - eating disorders; Resources - anorexia nervosa; Resources - bulimia ... The following organizations provide information on eating disorders : Academy for ... and Associated Disorders (ANAD) - www.anad.org Overeaters Anonymous - www. ...
  4. Eating Disorders: FAQ on Eating Disorders in Adults (Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research)
    Eating disorders: FAQ on eating disorders in adults Eating disorders affect people of all ages. A Mayo Clinic specialist discusses eating disorders in women (and men) ...
  5. ... themselves to vomit, using laxatives, or exercising excessively. Bulimia Bulimia is similar to anorexia. With bulimia, a ... be a normal weight or even overweight. Binge Eating Disorder This eating disorder is similar to anorexia and ...
  6. ... Naviation Bar Home Current Issue Past Issues Understanding Eating Disorders Past Issues / Spring 2008 Table of Contents Photo: iStock Eating disorders, such as anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge ...
  7. Bulimia Nervosa (National Women's Health Information Center)
    ... Questions E-mail this page to a friend Bulimia Nervosa Home > Frequently Asked Questions > Bulimia Nervosa Give ... work. But I am better now. What is bulimia? Bulimia (buh-LEE-me-ah) nervosa is a ...
  8. Eating Disorders (Nemours Foundation)
    ... is any family history of eating disorders. About Eating Disorders Generally, eating disorders involve self-critical, negative thoughts ... treatment by doctors, therapists, and nutritionists. Causes of Eating Disorders The causes of eating disorders aren't entirely ...
  9. Eating Disorders From the National Institutes of Health (National Institute of Mental Health)
    Eating Disorders What Are Eating Disorders? Eating disorders are treatable diseases Anorexia Nervosa Bulimia Nervosa Binge-Eating Disorder ... Eating Disorders? References For More Information What Are Eating Disorders? An eating disorder is marked by extremes. It ...
  10. Eating Disorders: Facts for Teens (American Academy of Family Physicians)
    Eating Disorders: Facts for Teens What is an eating disorder? An eating disorder is an obsession with food ... nervosa and bulimia. Return to top What causes eating disorders? Did you know? 8,000,000 or more people in ...
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