Recurrent inappropriate conpensatory behavior to prevent weight gain, including self-induced vomiting, laxative or diuretic abuse, fasting, excessive exercise
Bulimia nervosa (BN) is a psychiatric disorder characterized by episodes of binge-eating (eating an unusually large amount of food in a discrete period of time and feeling out of control), compensatory behavior (e.g., self-induced vomiting or laxative abuse), ... Bulimia nervosa (BN) is a psychiatric disorder characterized by episodes of binge-eating (eating an unusually large amount of food in a discrete period of time and feeling out of control), compensatory behavior (e.g., self-induced vomiting or laxative abuse), and over-concern with weight and shape.
Monteleone and Maj (2008) reviewed the genetics of eating disorders, including bulimia nervosa, and stated that to date, there was no convincing evidence for association of candidate genes with eating disorders; they noted that the heterogeneity of eating ... Monteleone and Maj (2008) reviewed the genetics of eating disorders, including bulimia nervosa, and stated that to date, there was no convincing evidence for association of candidate genes with eating disorders; they noted that the heterogeneity of eating disorder phenotypes was most likely responsible for the contradictory and inconclusive results.