The eating disorder that is characterized by cycles of overeating and purging is called:
A) bulimia nervosa
B) anorexia nervosa
C) emotional eating
D) obesity

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Bulimia nervosa is an eating disorder characterized by cycles of binge eating followed by purging, which can include vomiting, laxative use, or excessive exercise. It is different from anorexia nervosa, which is characterized by restrictions on food intake and often excessive exercise. Emotional eating and obesity are not specific eating disorders, but can be associated with a range of disordered eating patterns.

The Eating Disorder That Is Characterized by Cycles of Overeating