Purging is common in individuals with bulimia nervosa or the binge eating/purging type of anorexia. As a parent or guardian, you are understandably concerned about these behaviors and want to know how to stop them. Avoid punishing or confronting your child about purging. This will only make them feel worse.
Instead, gently voice your concerns about the behaviors you’re noticing. Take your child to the doctor or have them evaluated for an eating disorder. Medical professionals trained in eating disorders can get to the root of the behavior and teach your child about healthy ways to cope with triggers.