Bulimia causes are varied & researchers cannot pinpoint one villain. People may be born with an inherited predisposition towards developing bulimia, particularly where addictin is in the genes. Environmental factors can contribute to triggering the onset of bulimia. Thes include peer pressures, family attitudes, the influence of the media creating a need for thinness, poor self-esteem & a lack of acceptance of self & body shape.
Persons with bulimia have low self esteem, neagative self thoughts, extreme concern with body weight & shape, depressed feelings, & a sense of shame. They may be coping with identity questions, concerns about relationships, family problems, or past sexual abuse. They feel out of control & pursue thiness as a way to feel better. However, the consequent dieting & deprivation sets the stage for a binge, followed by a purge. The cycle repeatss as the underlying problems have not been addressed.
By Angie Best-Boss
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