im 16 and have never had treatment for my anorexia that no one nos bout well my 5 day old daughter died tuesday night so would it be a good time to tell bout my anorexia and get treatment?
2006-06-22 17:48:43 · 30 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Mental Health
Yes, it's always a good time to get treated. Recognizing you have a problem is the first step, and is often the hardest. Many people are hospitalized for eating disorders without ever admitting they have a problem, so believe it or not, you're already on the way to recovery just by aknowledging that it's something that needs to be changed.
Eating disorders are sometimes (not always) associated with stress, and consequently will tend to be worse when you're going through a stressful time. I'd say losing a child, especially when you're arguably still a child yourself, definitely counts as stressful, making it especially important that you get the help you need ASAP. I know it's hard to ask for help, but it's definitely better than ending up in the ER, and potentially doing perminant damage to your body, because you finally pass out from lack of food. People know it's a hard thing to do, and they'll respect you for admitting you have a problem and need help.
I've very sorry to hear about your daughter, and please, please get help for your eating disorder.
2006-06-22 17:58:37 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
Hon you have to seek help tomorrow! I'm not going to tell how I know about anorexia, but I have studied it from a personal perspective. I'm sorry about the loss of your child. That was tragic and you must be suffering terribly.
If you want to live a long and healthy life you need to get help! Anorexia is a mental problem that eventually destroys your physical health. Even mild anorexia can cause extensive damage to your immune system and metabolism. Severe anorexia will kill you!
See your doctor as soon as possible, he/she will set you up with a referral for a psychiatrist to find out what's going on in your life.
2006-06-23 01:04:38 · answer #2 · answered by rj842cc 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all, I'm very sorry to hear about your baby daughter. :( I know it might sound trite for me to say that, since I don't even know you, but I am sincere in saying I'm sorry. There's not much worse in life than losing a child.
And now about the anorexia. YES, I think you should definitely seek help for it! The simple fact that you're THINKING about getting help means your brain and heart are open to the idea. And the fact that you're actually POSTING about it online, means even more that you are open and ready to talk about it and get the help you need to get well again. :) These are all good signs, so please "strike while the iron is hot", as the saying goes. It won't be easy, but it will be worth it in the long run.
Good luck! Again, I don't know you, but my intuition tells me you are on the right track. :)
2006-06-23 01:00:32 · answer #3 · answered by scary shari 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The sooner the better. That is sad about your baby as she was so young and innocent, and it would be even sadder if you also died because of your eating disorder. Go and get the help you need, and follow through with all you have to do to keep on track and get real control of your life - it will be a struggle at times years down the road but you can do whatever you set your mind to do. Talk to people, get help, grow strong, and make a better life for yourself. Perhaps with help, someday when you are older you will have another daughter who will be healthy and strong, and you will need to be there with her to guide her - and you will need to gain control over the anorexia to do so to the best of your ability. Best wishes!
2006-06-23 00:53:19 · answer #4 · answered by still learning at 56 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
YES. I have been anorexic before and it's horrible. You should have told before, but better than never. Get treatment as fast as you can, eat, pray, and go be healthy. Don't be afaid that people might judge you. If you get treatment, you're being a role model for other sick girls and showing them that anorexia is not the road to beauty. Being a healthy, successful, smart girl is the road to having guys drooling over you.
2006-06-23 01:02:14 · answer #5 · answered by Hoyeon Y 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes it is the best time, you are going through too much right now. You should talk to someone. Don't keep all this on your shoulders.
Don't keep this to yourself. Don't be afraid.
Also ,I am so sorry you have to go through losing a child. That is so hard by it self.
I know, I had my first child at 16 and he passed away at 27 years old.
I hope there is someone you can go to and talk with . You will feel better.
You need support and keep in mind that we all go through a time in our lives that we need to turn to someone for help. It's OK and it will turn out OK. God bless you and I am sorry for the loss of your daughter
2006-06-23 01:02:35 · answer #6 · answered by sweetpea_peggy 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, now is a really good time. I'm really sorry for your loss. I hope you get better and try not to be so depressed. Losing someone can be very depressing but always keep in mind that everything happens for a reason. Just always pray and everything will turn out all right.
2006-06-23 00:52:58 · answer #7 · answered by Isabel 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes get some help as soon as possible, not just for your anorexia but some grief counselling as well, my support to you, life is worth living to the fullest theres so much out there start living
2006-06-23 01:14:21 · answer #8 · answered by jellybeanz55 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes u should. I know it'll be hard....u don't want 2 tell any1 because u'll feel like ur giving in, giving up control.
And I'm so sorry 4 the loss of ur baby.How tragic.Your baby went 2 Heaven,u can take peace in that.I'll be praying for u.
2006-06-26 09:19:57 · answer #9 · answered by lexa (: 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most definitely! I'm sorry for your loss. The upset from your loss can exacerbate the symptoms of your anorexia. Seek help now.
2006-06-23 00:58:52 · answer #10 · answered by niteowl 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋