Anorexia nervosa is an eating disorder that usually involves an intense focus on body size and restricting food intake. It has an effect on a person’s overall well-being through control, shame.

Bulimia nervosa, often called bulimia, is an eating disorder. Individuals with bulimia eat large amounts of food in a relatively short time, often even when they aren't hungry. People with bulimia tend to feel out of control when eating and can't stop eating.