A disorder that is characterized by episodes of binge eating and often terminates in self-induced vomiting is called:
A) anorexia nervosa
B) bulimia
C) emaciation
D) flatulence

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The disorder described is bulimia, which involves recurrent episodes of binge eating followed by purging behaviors such as self-induced vomiting, fasting, or excessive exercise. Anorexia nervosa is a disorder characterized by restrictive eating behaviors and a distorted body image, while emaciation refers to severe malnourishment and wasting of the body. Flatulence refers to excessive gas in the digestive tract and is not related to this disorder.

A Disorder That Is Characterized by Episodes of Binge Eating