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It is estimated that 1.1% to 4.2% of females suffer from bulimia sometime during their life.

In the first part of the article, we concluded that there are two major elements that drive any eating disorder, namely a psychological and an emotional one. Since we covered the psychological causes and treatments in the first part, it's time to see how our emotions come into play when an eating disorder occurs. It [...]

Bulimia is one of the most threatening and most present eating disorders within our society today. Those with the disorder face numerous problems due to the damage it can do to their mind and their body. Bulimics often suffer from a poor self image, a lack of self esteem, and a sense of depression about [...]

Health professionals and researchers have found that dieting can lead to unhealthy behaviors and can even act as an impetus to the development of an eating disorder. So why is dieting such a big deal, and why should you worry if you know someone who is constantly going on diets? Dieting is unhealthy, health professionals [...]

Eating disorder is a serious problem that affects a person's entire self-image. But eating disorders can also have a serious effect on a person's health. Many times, these health consequences can result in life threatening conditions. Any one who is suffering from an eating disorder should seek immediate care from a health professional. Here are [...]

When a person experiences an abnormal eating pattern, an eating disorder may be suspected by their family and friends.

In the first and second parts of our article, we talked about two of the most common eating disorders of today, namely bulimia and anorexia. In the current (and last) part, we will talk about two conditions that can pass as eating disorders on their own, although they are more commonly referred to as springboards [...]

Can eating disorders be prevented? This is a question that many health professionals and eating disorder patients would like to know. According to recent research, it appears that there are several preventive measures that can be taken in order to prevent the development of an eating disorder. Preventive measures should be adopted early on in [...]

Eating disorders can be truly devastating to one's well being. The body suffers in many eating disorders, and over time, disorders such as anorexia and bulimia can lead to problems such as an irregular heartbeat and cardiac arrest. Sadly, about ten percent of all people who have eating disorders will die from them. That's not [...]

Eating disorders can be extremely damaging to a person, both mentally and physically. Those with eating disorders such as bulimia often face problems with low self esteem and a poor self image, and it can be tough to talk to them about their problem without making them feel even worse about themselves. It's important to [...]