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Impulsivity, Brain Abnormalities Connected With Bulimia Nervosa
Women with bulimia nervosa (BN) respond more impulsively during psychological testing than do women without eating disorders, according to a recent article in Archives of General Psychiatry.1 Functional MRI showed differences in brain areas responsible for regulating behavior in women with and without BN. More »
Substance Abuse in Women With Bulimia Nervosa
The high rate of comorbid substance abuse in women with bulimia nervosa (BN) has remained consistent in the literature. This article reviews the prevalence of substance abuse in BN and summarizes treatment approaches for persons with BN and comorbid substance abuse. More »
Family Therapy for Adolescents With Anorexia Nervosa: A Brief Review of Family-Based Treatment
Anorexia nervosa is often complicated by devastating medical problems and may result in death. Although studies suggest a multifactorial cause for the disorder, treatment trials have yet to provide clinical guidance about how best to approach anorexia nervosa. More »
Pharmacological Treatment of Bulimia Nervosa
Bulimia nervosa (BN) is a disorder with a complex cause. The disorder is most commonly seen in women, generally with onset in adolescence. More »
Why Girls Starve Themselves: New Research in Anorexia Nervosa References
Anorexia Nervosa Is Common But Often Transient
HELSINKI, Finland -- The prevalence of anorexia is greater than previously thought, but so is recovery, according to a Finnish twin study. More »
Anorexia Nervosa Is Common But Often Transient
HELSINKI, Finland -- The prevalence of anorexia is greater than previously thought, but so is recovery, according to a Finnish twin study. More »
Binge Eating Disorder: Surprisingly Common, Seriously Under-treated
Binge eating disorder is more common than anorexia and bulimia combined, according to a national survey, but many physicians are unaware of the problem. The guidance and evidence discussed here highlight the key issues in recognizing and managing the disorder. More »
Binge Eating Disorder: Surprisingly Common, Seriously Under-treated
Binge eating disorder is more common than anorexia and bulimia combined, according to a national survey, but many physicians are unaware of the problem. The guidance and evidence discussed here highlight the key issues in recognizing and managing the disorder. More »
Young Woman With Cardiac Complications of Anorexia Nervosa
A 23-year-old woman has had 2 episodes of syncope during the past month. Her mother witnessed 1 episode in which the patient collapsed and lost consciousness for a few minutes. She experienced tonic-clonic seizure activity but no subsequent confusion. More »
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