Question

Beverly is a college student who is preoccupied with her weight, even though her BMI is in the healthy range. After she eats, she immediately goes to the bathroom and makes herself vomit. While cleaning their dorm room, Beverly's roommate found a box full of bags of chips, cookies, and candy bars hidden under Beverly's bed. Based on this information, Beverly probably has which of the following conditions?

Multiple Choice
Binge eating disorder
Female athlete triad
Anorexia nervosa
Bulimia nervosa

Answer 1

Based on the information provided, Beverly is likely experiencing **Bulimia Nervosa**. This is characterized by episodes of binge eating followed by compensatory behaviors, such as purging (in this case, making herself vomit). Her hiding of junk food and concern over her weight further supports this conclusion. The other conditions listed do not fit her behavior as closely as bulimia does.