Pro-mia
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Background
Pro-mia is the belief that bulimia nervosa is a lifestyle choice rather than an illness.
This belief, along with pro-ana, has been criticised for creating an environment in which those suffering from eating disorders might not seek treatment. Pro-mia supporters respond that they do not recognise bulimia nervosa as a disorder worthy of treatment but much like any social activity which, taken to extremes, can cause physical and psychological harm. They argue that although some of the pro-bulimia/anorexia sites promote the conditions in a positive way, the majority of them are a place where individuals can cope or share their pain with one another.