Bulimia is a variation of Anorexia. The victim goes on an incredible eating binge, and in response to the eating, purges by vomiting or taking laxitives. Unlike the anorexic sufferer, the bulimic victim is not usually emaciated, but maintains normal body weight and appears to be fit and healthy. Bulimia was first described in England in the 17th Century, though it was only identified in 1873. Bulimia affects men and women, though predominantly women. It is …showed first 75 words of 570 total…

…showed last 75 words of 570 total…of expected body weight) Like recovering alcoholics, Bulimics need ongoing counsling and phsyciactric treatment. This can be both talk therapy and anti-depressants that combat the obsession with food. Also like recovering alcoholics, Bulimia is considered to never be truly cured. The Bulimic will need ongoing support from professionals, friends, and family. The best thing for a person to do, is to be supportive by letting the Bulimic know that you will be there for them.