Bulimia nervosa is an eating disorder in which you secretly binge on large quantities of food before taking steps to prevent weight gain, such as vomiting or using laxatives.

Psychotherapy such as cognitive behavioral therapy and interpersonal psychotherapy has proven highly successful at treating this disorder.

Eating disorders are potentially life-threatening conditions, so it’s essential that anyone experiencing symptoms receive medical and mental health treatment right away. Seek help from both a medical doctor and mental health provider. read more