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Discuss a variety of self-help programs offered in prisons.


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Bulimia

An eating disorder characterized by binge eating followed by purging, such as induced vomiting, in an attempt to lose weight.

Compensatory Behavior

Actions taken to counteract or make up for a deficiency or problem, often seen in contexts such as eating disorders, where individuals might excessively exercise or fast to "make up for" caloric intake.

Diuretics

A class of medications designed to increase the amount of water and salt expelled from the body as urine.

Anorexia Nervosa

An eating disorder characterized by an intense fear of gaining weight and a distorted body image, leading to severe weight loss and health risks.

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