The hypothesis that compares bulimia to a drug addiction

A) was popular for a time in the 1960s, but it is no longer taken seriously by researchers.
B) is supported by the fact that the majority of bulimics are also drug addicts.
C) explains why the cycles of abstention followed by overeating can become addicting.
D) has not been supported by any research evidence.

Drug Addiction

A chronic disorder characterized by the compulsive use of drugs, leading to severe physical or psychological dependence.

Bulimia

An eating disorder characterized by episodes of binge eating followed by behaviors to avoid weight gain, such as vomiting.

Cycles of Abstention

refer to periods during which an individual consciously chooses to refrain from engaging in certain behaviors or consuming specific substances, often used in the context of addiction recovery.