Melissa Uses Laxatives in an Attempt to Lose Some of the Weight

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Essay

Melissa uses laxatives in an attempt to lose some of the weight she gained from binge eating. Melissa most clearly demonstrates symptoms of

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Definitions:

Professional Counselors

Licensed professionals who offer guidance and support to individuals, couples, and families dealing with emotional, mental, and behavioral issues.

Crisis Intervention

A type of emergency psychological care aimed at assisting individuals in a crisis situation to restore equilibrium to their biopsychosocial functioning and minimize potential psychological trauma.

Prevention

Measures or actions taken to reduce the likelihood of an event or condition from occurring.

Establishing Equilibrium

The process of returning to a state of balance or stability after a disturbance.