viduals consume syrup of ipecac to induce vomiting. Other purging behaviors include the
misuse of laxatives and diuretics. A number  of other compensatory methods may also be
used in rare cases. Individuals with bulim ia nervosa may misuse enemas following epi-
sodes of binge eating, but this is seldom th e sole compensatory method employed. Individ-
uals with this disorder may take thyroid ho rmone in an attempt to avoid weight gain.