The eating disorder characterized by recurrent episodes of overeating followed by purging is
A)borderline disordered eating.
B)bulimia nervosa.
C)anorexia nervosa.
D)binge-eating disorder.

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Bulimia nervosa is the eating disorder characterized by recurrent episodes of binge eating (consuming a large amount of food in a short period of time) followed by behaviors such as vomiting, using laxatives or diuretics, or excessive exercise to compensate for the binge eating. Borderline disordered eating is not a recognized diagnosis. Anorexia nervosa is characterized by restriction of food intake, rather than episodes of binge eating. Binge-eating disorder is characterized by recurrent episodes of binge eating without compensatory behaviors.

The Eating Disorder Characterized by Recurrent Episodes of Overeating Followed