Bulimia nervosa is an eating disorder characterized by binge eating followed by purging, either through vomiting or laxative use. The exact causes are unknown but include genetic, environmental, psychological, and cultural factors. Signs and symptoms include depression, anxiety, irregular heartbeat, and issues with bowel functioning. Effects involve physical harm like oral trauma and infertility as well as mental issues like low self-esteem. It is important to seek help from professionals and offer social support to combat stigma.

1. Bulimia Nervosa
S U N N Y , A M Y , A N D J I E

2. table of
contents
definition
possible causes
signs & symptoms
effects
stigma surrounding bulimia
how to help
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3. what is
bulimia nervosa?
An eating disorder characterized by
binge eating followed by purging.
Binge eating refers to eating a large
amount of food in a short amount of
time. Purging refers to the attempts to
get rid of the food consumed. This may
be done by vomiting or taking laxatives.

4. The exact cause of
bulimia nervosa is
currently unknown.
There are many factors contribute the development of this disorder,
including genetic, environmental, psychology, and cultural influences.

5. possible causes
Stressful transitions or
life changes
History of abuse or
trauma
Poor self-esteem
Professions or activities
that focus on appearance/
performance

6. signs & symptoms
Depression
Anxiety
Social isolation
Having a distorted,
excessively negative
body image
Preoccupation body
shape and weight
WARNING SIGNS
Abnormal bowel
functioning
Dehydration
Fainting
Fatigue
Mood swings
Irregular heartbeat
Muscle cramps
SYMTOMS

8. effects of bulimia
PHYSICAL
Oral trauma
Infertility
A lack of energy
Unhealthy/ dry skin, hair, nails and lips.
etc.
MENTAL
Low self-esteem and self-harming
Suicidal tendencies
A fixation on and extreme consciousness of one's
weight
A fixation on the number of calories consumed

9. impact
Extreme social isolation
Fractured relationships with
family and friends
Drug and alcohol addiction
Suicide
Self-injury behavior
Heart attack
Death

10. the one suffering must appear
extremely thin
“holocaust survivor”
Some people with bulimia are
overweight or obese
STIGMA

11. what to do?
break the binge-and-purge
cycle
Admit you have a problem and talk to someone.
Seek professional help.
Purging isn’t effective at getting rid of calories, which is why most
people suffering with bulimia end up gaining weight over time...

12. if someone you know
has bulimia
Offer compassion and support
Avoid insults, scare tactics, guilt trips, and
patronizing comments
Set a good example for healthy eating,
exercising, and body image

13. works cited
https://www.timberlineknolls.com/eating-
disorder/bulimia/signs-effects/
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https://www.bulimia.com/topics/bulimia/ 02
https://www.eatingdisorderhope.com/blo
g/breaking-the-social-stigmas-of-bulimia
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https://www.helpguide.org/articles/eatin
g-disorders/bulimia-nervosa.htm
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=WGvDoFrfMeQ
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