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Which is the main characteristic of purging bulimia?
Which is the main characteristic of purging bulimia?
- Restricting food intake
- Excessive exercise
- Vomiting or using laxatives (correct)
- Binge eating
What is the estimated percentage of women who suffer from bulimia during their lifetimes?
What is the estimated percentage of women who suffer from bulimia during their lifetimes?
- 25% to 30%
- 15% to 20%
- 5% to 10%
- 1.1% to 4.2% (correct)
What are the two main subtypes of bulimia?
What are the two main subtypes of bulimia?
- Purging and excessive dieting
- Excessive exercise and purging
- Binge eating and excessive dieting
- Binge eating and purging (correct)
Which eating disorder is particularly misunderstood and often simplified down to 'someone who throws up after they eat'?
Which eating disorder is particularly misunderstood and often simplified down to 'someone who throws up after they eat'?
What is the frequency requirement for both binge eating and compensatory behavior in bulimia nervosa?
What is the frequency requirement for both binge eating and compensatory behavior in bulimia nervosa?
Which of the following is NOT a defining symptom of bulimia nervosa?
Which of the following is NOT a defining symptom of bulimia nervosa?
Which type of therapy focuses on identifying and changing unhealthy thoughts and behavioral patterns?
Which type of therapy focuses on identifying and changing unhealthy thoughts and behavioral patterns?
What is a potential side effect of using certain antidepressants as a treatment for bulimia?
What is a potential side effect of using certain antidepressants as a treatment for bulimia?
When is the best prognosis for bulimia?
When is the best prognosis for bulimia?
What may be necessary for individuals with severe cases of bulimia?
What may be necessary for individuals with severe cases of bulimia?
