Bulimia nervosa is an eating disorder most commonly known for the binging and purging actions of the sufferer. Bulimics will go on eating binges, where they eat uncontrollably for a short period of time, and then will induce vomiting in hopes of compensating for the calorie intake and prevent weight gain.

Not all bulimics, however, induce vomiting. There is a second kind of bulimia, where the sufferer employs other behaviors, including fasting and extreme exercise. The sufferers of bulimia nervosa usually maintain average or above average weights, so they may be difficult to recognize.

They realize that they have a problem, however, and try very hard to hide it. On the other hand, they may not be against talking about matters related to diet. Bulimics are usually depressed and low self-esteem, feel isolated and alone, and may have insulting thoughts towards themselves.

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