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Bulimia Nervosa is commonly referred to as bulimia. Bulimia is a common eating disorder among individuals of a normal or nearly normal weigh. Bulimia is characterized by episodic binge eating and followed by feelings of guilt, depression, and self-condemnation (Lewingsohn et al., 2002). Bulimia is seen as a major concern not only in females, but now more than ever, for males as well. More and more males are being diagnosed with bulimia each year, which is leading more health professionals to take a greater interest in the male segment of this eating disorder. Bulimia in males can be divided into two specific types: a purging type and a non-purging type. The purging type occurs during episodes of Bulimia, the person will engage in self-induced vomiting or the misuse of laxatives, diuretics, and enemas (Muise, Stein, & Arbess, 2003). The second type, non-purging is more commonly seen in males. It involves compulsive methods of weight loss like fast or excessive exercise in attempt to......

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