Anorexia nervosa is characterized by periods of binge eating alternating with purging behaviours.

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Anorexia nervosa is actually characterized by a restriction of food intake that leads to significant weight loss or failure to gain weight, along with a distorted perception of one's body weight/shape and a fear of gaining weight. There may also be other behaviours such as excessive exercising, but purging behaviours such as vomiting or laxative use are more often associated with bulimia nervosa.

Anorexia Nervosa Is Characterized by Periods of Binge Eating Alternating