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Question

Beth, aged 18, has been trying to keep a secret from her family and friends. She is a binge eater. When others are not around, she gorges on food and then purges by vomiting or using laxatives. Beth is suffering from which disorder?

A

Anorexia Nervosa

B

Body Dysmorphic Disorder

C

Bulimia Nervosa

D

Conduct disorder

Answer

Bulimia Nervosa

Explanation

Solution

Bulimia Nervosa is an eating disorder characterized by: - Episodes of binge eating where the individual consumes a large amount of food in a short period. - Feelings of loss of control during these episodes. - Compensatory behaviors such as vomiting or using laxatives to prevent weight gain. Beth’s pattern of binge eating followed by induced vomiting and laxative use strongly indicates Bulimia Nervosa.