Eating Disorders - High school Sophomore Health Class

Very Descriptive Essay On Eating Disorders - Author Eating Disorders <Tab/>Many people suffer from eating disorders, some of the most common types are Compulsive Eating, Anorexia Nervosa, and Bulimia Nervosa. <Tab/>Compulsive overeating is characterized by uncontrollable eating and consequent weight gain. Compulsive overeaters use food as a way to cope with stress, emotional conflicts and daily problems. The food can block out feelings and emotions. …

…comfort. Bulimia also serves as a function for blocking or letting out feelings. Unlike anorexics, bulimics do realize they have a problem and are more likely to seek help. <Tab/>Although most people with eating disorders know they have a problem, choose not to seek help. Sometimes it can be from embarrassment, a way to be forced to eat/diet/exercise, and many other factors play a role in it too.