Research evidence suggests that history of exposure to trauma is more frequently associated with development of an eating disorder that involves:

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Research evidence suggests that exposure to trauma, especially sexual abuse, is associated with the development of bulimia nervosa, which involves both binging and purging behavior. Therefore, choice E, which includes both binging and purging, is most frequently associated with the history of trauma. While trauma can also be associated with other eating disorders, such as anorexia nervosa or binge eating disorder, the research suggests a stronger link with bulimia nervosa.

Research Evidence Suggests That History of Exposure to Trauma Is