Individuals with bulimia may be described as achievement-oriented perfectionists.Bulimia,which is synonymous with anorexia nervosa,is characterized by intentional and controllable secret periods of overeating usually followed by purging.

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Both statements are false.Individuals with anorexia nervosa are typically perfectionists who seek to rule their lives by refusing to eat in an effort to control their bodies.Anorexia nervosa and bulimia are not synonymous terms.Criteria for diagnosis of anorexia nervosa include weight loss equal to or exceeding 15% below expected or original body weight and an excessive desire for slimness with a distorted body image.Conversely,bulimia not associated with significant weight loss is characterized by intentional,although not necessarily,controllable,secret binges (periods of overeating).This event is usually followed by purging,a means of counteracting the effects of overindulgence.Vomiting can be induced by sticking a finger down the throat or drinking syrup of ipecac,an emetic drug.

Individuals with Bulimia May Be Described as Achievement-Oriented Perfectionists