Eating disorders - Bulimia nervosa

Description

The behavior of people with bulimia nervosa is exactly opposite to that of anorexia nervosa. They don't stop eating, they go through episodes wherein they eat an large amount of food. They totally lose control over their eating behavior. To maintain their weight, they make sure they get rid of the food they just ate, for example by vomiting or using pills. They have in common with people with anorexia that they can't make a realistic judgment about their body size.

Normal

Eating a lot can be a (little effective) way of dealing with your problems. People who are dumped by their partner can start eating a lot of chocolate out of frustration. It can also occasionally happen that you throw up after eating something, but this usually is due to quality of the food.

Abnormal

People with bulimia nervosa eat an enormous amount of food a few times a week and for a longer period of time. They themselves are the cause of their vomiting.