How To Recognize Signs and Symptoms Of Bulimia

  • January 7, 2010
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Bulimia is a serious, sometimes fatal eating disorder in which uncontrolled eating is followed by purging. Learn the signs and symptoms if you are concerned about someone close to you.

You Will Need

  • Research materials
  • An understanding of bulimia nervosa
  • A keen eye
How To Recognize Signs and Symptoms Of Bulimia: Spend time with the suspected sufferer

Step 1: Spend time with the suspected sufferer

Spend time with the sufferer. Listen to what they – they may refuse to participate in normal daily activities, seem depressed, or complain about their weight.

How To Recognize Signs and Symptoms Of Bulimia: Monitor food

Step 2: Monitor food

Check the refrigerator at night, then again early morning to see if large amounts of food are missing. Binge eating is often done in secret, at night.

How To Recognize Signs and Symptoms Of Bulimia: Pay attention to time spent in restroom

Step 3: Pay attention to time spent in restroom

Notice if the person spends a lot of time in the restroom. Most purging – self-induced vomiting – is done in secret.

Laxatives, enemas, water, and diet pills are also methods used by bulimics.

How To Recognize Signs and Symptoms Of Bulimia: Look for physical signs

Step 4: Look for physical signs

Look for complaints of a sore throat, foul breath, decaying teeth, or sores on the backs of hands. These are signs of repetitive manual purging.

How To Recognize Signs and Symptoms Of Bulimia: Seek professional help

Step 5: Seek professional help

Seek the advice of a doctor or mental health professional for information on how to approach the individual. Symptoms of bulimia may vary from person to person but a true diagnosis must come from a licensed professional.

In ancient Rome people used to vomit up food in the period of feasting.

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