Bulimia Nervosa
Evolving Minds: Breaking the Cycle

Bulimia Nervosa is a serious mental illness and can be triggered by dieting.  This can lead to a cycle of weight loss, binging and/or over-exercising.  More-often a person diagnosed with Bulimia Nervosa presents as normal weight or may even be slightly overweight.

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The onset of Bulimia has a genetic, social and cultural component and can be influenced by several factors, including an emphasis on body shape and weight to evaluate their self-worth.  When this happens a person may use a number of strategies to compensate such as:

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• vomiting after meals;

• using laxatives or diuretics;

• fasting with the aim of losing weight;

• exercising excessively;

• Using prescription or illicit drugs as a way to control weight.

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Bulimia Nervosa should be considered if a person displays:

• fluctuations in weight;

• ongoing dieting and avoidance of food;

• unexplained trips to the bathroom following meals;

• signs of depression and/or anxiety;

• rules or rituals in regard to food;

• decrease in socialising, especially around food;

• self-loathing.

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Even though people dealing with Bulimia may feel trapped in a harmful cycle of overeating and purging, it's reassuring to know recovery is possible.

The team at Evolving Minds are members of ANZAED which is the peak body for Eating Disorders.  We have also completed  specialist training and use evidenced based therapies to help overcome unhelpful thinking patterns about weight and body image. 

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If you would like to know more or wish to book an appointment, you can do so by calling Evolving Minds on  (02) 8519 4197 or by completing our Client Enquiry Form below.