Maxmen & Ward (1995, p. 346) comparison and contrast of Anorexia and Bulimia
| Anorexia | Bulimia | |
| Obesity | Uncommon | Common |
| Sexual activity | Low | Normal |
| Amenorrhea | 100% | 40% |
| Exercise | Excessive | +/- |
| Depression | 50% | 75% |
| Substance abuse | Rare | Common |
| Suicidality | 10% | 40% |
| Personality disorders/traits | Obsessive-compulsive Avoidant Schizoidal |
Borderline/narcissistic Impulsive Demonstrative |
| Family conflict | Covert Controlled |
Overt Disorganized |