What is the outlook for people with bulimia nervosa?

Many individuals with bulimia get better with treatment. Some individuals improve at first but then relapse and need treatment again. Statistics show that approximately half of all persons with bulimia will fully recover with appropriate treatment, another 30% will experience a partial recovery and 10% to 20% will continue to battle symptoms.

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