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Binging and Purging Behaviors in Women Affected by PTSD

"Bulimia nervosa (BN) is often present in women who have experienced a childhood trauma. History of childhood sexual abuse (CSA), domestic violence, emotional abuse, or neglect can all increase the risk for BN and other eating issues in people, but especially in women. Other comorbid conditions that often exist in women with BN include substance abuse, depression, anxiety, and other mood problems. Posttraumatic stress (PTSD) is one condition that commonly co-occurs with eating issues. However, the relationship between PTSD and BN is unclear...."

http://www.goodtherapy.org/blog/PTSD-eating-issues-women-0409131

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