March 11, 2021

Bulimia is a serious disease that is characterized by episodes of binge eating followed by purging. Purging can be done by vomiting, abuse of laxatives, or the use of diuretics. But it can also be done by other means, such as abuse, fasting, or exercising excessively. People with bulimia tend to be secretive, ashamed, and afraid of being caught. They also tend to be perfectionists, overly critical, and have low self-esteem. Bulimia affects about 1% of women and 0.3% of men. It usually begins during the teenage years or early adulthood but can start at any age. It is more common in females than males.Read More →