Renata, a high school student of average weight, is overly concerned about her appearance. Nevertheless, Renata eats vast amounts of food. Later she purges the food by vomiting and using laxatives. Based on this information, which diagnosis is MOST appropriate?

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Renata, a high school student of average weight, is overly concerned about her appearance. Nevertheless, Renata eats vast amounts of food. Later she purges the food by vomiting and using laxatives. Based on this information, which diagnosis is MOST appropriate?

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Alicia Huber · Answer 1

The answer is bulimia.

Explanation:

This eating disorder is characterised by a large consumption of food followed by purging (vomit or laxation). Most people who suffer from bulimia present average weight. It is nine times more common in women than in men.

Bulimia has been related to other disorders such as depression and anxiety.