Explain the overlapping patterns of bulimia nervosa ,anorexia nervosa and obesity ?

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Explain the overlapping patterns of bulimia nervosa ,anorexia nervosa and obesity ?

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BULIMIA NERVOSA-

Bulimia nervosa is a type of eating disorder that is also known as bulimia. It's a dangerous illness that can lead to death. Binge eating followed by purging is the most common symptom. Forced vomiting, strenuous activity, or the use of laxatives or diuretics can all cause purging.

 

ANOREXIA NERVOSA-

Anorexia nervosa, or simply anorexia, is an eating disorder marked by a low body weight, body image disturbance, dietary restriction,  anxiety of gaining weight, and a strong desire to be slim.

 

OBESITY-

Obesity is defined as being significantly overweight for one's height, compromising one's health. In other words , it means being overweight. Also referred to as being overweight. It's classified as a condition, and it's been called an epidemic.

 

 

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