The Red Flags of Diabulimia | Diabetes & Bulimia
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→ www.changecreateschange.com What is Diabulimia? It is not a formal eating disorder diagnosis, but it is a term that we use to describe the intersectionality of Diabetes & Bulimia. Folks living with diabulimia intentionally restrict insulin as a means to control weight or shape. FAST FACTS: -20% of females living with Diabetes either have or have had an eating disorder in their lifetime. -Teens living with Diabetes are 2x more likely to develop an eating disorder than their peers. ► To learn more about Diabulimia, head over to our blog at https://changecreateschange.com/diabulimia-in-children-teens/
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