Eating Disorder Terminology

adjective an adjective describes or modifies a noun or pronoun, in this case 'compulsive' describes a behavior or tendency that is difficult to control

• The patient exhibited compulsive behavior, often engaging in repetitive actions.
• She has a compulsive need to check her phone every few minutes.
• He's a compulsive shopper, always buying things he doesn't need.
• His compulsive need for perfection often gets in the way of completing tasks.

noun a person who is considered to be below a healthy weight

adjective having a weight lower than what is considered normal or healthy

• The doctor diagnosed the patient as underweight and recommended a nutritionist.
• My friend is so underweight, she needs to eat more burgers.
• She's looking a bit underweight, maybe she should hit the gym more.
• The team's defense was underweight without their star player.

noun the action of ejecting matter from the stomach through the mouth

• The patient presented with symptoms of vomiting and nausea.
• She felt sick to her stomach and started vomiting.
• I can't believe he was vomiting all night after the party.
• The terrible news was like a punch to the gut, leaving me feeling like I was vomiting emotions.

noun a mental health condition characterized by an obsession with the perceived lack of muscle mass or definition in one's body

• Muscle dysmorphia is a psychological disorder characterized by an excessive preoccupation with muscularity.
• Some bodybuilders may struggle with muscle dysmorphia, always feeling like they are not big enough.
• Bro, his muscle dysmorphia is out of control, he's always checking himself in the mirror.
• Just like how anorexia distorts one's perception of their body, muscle dysmorphia distorts one's perception of their muscles.

noun an extreme fear of being eaten alive or of eating another living creature

• Voraphobia is a serious medical condition that involves an intense fear of swallowing.
• My friend suffers from voraphobia and always avoids eating in public.
• I didn't realize my voraphobia was so bad until I couldn't even drink water without feeling anxious.
• Her voraphobia towards public speaking was so intense that she would break out in a cold sweat just at the thought of it.

adjective a descriptive word that modifies a noun or pronoun, indicating a quality or attribute

• The doctor diagnosed the patient with obesive tendencies and recommended a strict diet and exercise regimen.
• My friend is always talking about her obesive habits and how she wants to lose weight.
• I can't believe how obesive that guy is about his body image.
• His obesive need for perfection was evident in every aspect of his life.