AP PSYCHOLOGY

MOTIVATION EMOTION AND STRESS

STRESS AND ILLNESS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
People suffering from Bulimia Nervosa partake in what type of activity?
A
Binging and Purging
B
Just Bingeing
C
Just Purging
D
Not eating
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Overview. Bulimia (boo-LEE-me-uh) nervosa, commonly called bulimia, is a serious, potentially life-threatening eating disorder. People with bulimia may secretly binge-eating large amounts of food with a loss of control over the eating-and then purge, trying to get rid of the extra calories in an unhealthy way.

Detailed explanation-2: -There are 2 ways people with bulimia restrict calories: Purging type. The person engages in self-induced vomiting or misuse of laxatives, diuretics, or enemas, or other medicines that clear the intestines.

Detailed explanation-3: -The cycle of bingeing and purging takes a toll on your body. It can cause damage to everything from your heart and digestive system to your teeth and gums. It can create other problems as well, including: Dehydration.

Detailed explanation-4: -Exercise bulimia is the name given to a form of compulsive or obsessive exercise, where the exercise is used as a means of purging calories to compensate for bingeing (or even just for regular eating). In other words, exercise is being used compulsively to control weight.

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