Bulimia Nervosa. How can people become bulimic? When did it get started? How do people with Bulimia Nervosa keep weight off? What is Bulimia Nervosa?

Bulimia Nervosa Bulimia, meaning ox-like hunger, was first mentioned in the literature in the 18th century. However, it was not recognized as an illness by the American Psychiatric Association until 1979 and was not officially named Bulimia Nervosa until 1987 by G. Russell in England. Individuals with Bulimia Nervosa are similar to those with Anorexia Nervosa in that they are preoccupied with their shape and weight. In contrast to anorectics, bulimics binge eat and then use inappropriate …

…in rare cases, bulimics may experience fatal complications such as esophageal tears, gastric ruptures, or cardiac arrhythmias.Hospitalization is required for the treatment of individuals with Bulimia Nervosa when individuals are bingeing and purging multiple times a day. Multidimensional treatment with cognitive behavioral therapy is the most effective. In addition, personal journals and antidepressant are often useful in breaking the binge-purge cycle. Some improvement is usually seen within two to four months after beginning therapy.