Kathleen can't quit thinking about food even though she is trying to lose weight.To compensate for her lack of self-control after she binge eats, Kathleen induces vomiting.She has done this two or three times a week for the last year.Kathleen seems to be suffering from:

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Kathleen's behavior of binge-eating followed by inducement of vomiting suggests that she is suffering from bulimia. Binge eating disorder typically involves overeating without compensation behaviors and anorexia nervosa involves restrictive eating and low body weight. Marasmus is a severe form of malnutrition that occurs due to inadequate food intake.

Kathleen Can't Quit Thinking About Food Even Though She Is