It went from: anorexia-overeating-shoplifting-cutting. How do I stop this once and for all? I'm a teen and really don't want a shrink, and can't take anti-depressants because of my age. I want to stop by myself so my parents don't find out, can you help?
2007-03-03 11:08:08 · 7 answers · asked by NOT USING Y!A ANYMORE!!!!!!!!!!! 5 in Health ➔ Mental Health
You can't stop this by yourself; you just can't. You'll eventually hurt yourself seriously or get in some serious trouble if you haven't already. Which is worse, to ask your parents for help to see a psychiatrist or to call them from the police station? This doesn't mean you're a bad person or that you're crazy, it's very often a chemical imbalance that they have effective medication for now. I understand that going to your parents as a teen can be very difficult, especially if it comes on top of other conflicts between you and them. Talk to someone who can act as a go between, or can accompany you to speak with your parents. School teacher, school counselor, someone from church or a neighbor. If nothing else, it will help keep the conversation on track and make it less likely to turn into an argument. This is a health issue and needs to be treated as such. It's no different than if you were diabetic and wanted to get better without seeing a doctor. It isn't possible. Since you've seen the pattern, you already know there's something wrong. That already puts you in a good position because other people won't have to spend time observing and convincing you.
2007-03-03 11:47:17 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
First things first, I think you need to ask yourself why you are so concerned about mom & dad knowing of your compulsive behavior.....Is it fear from the reprocussions of your previous actions? Are you embarrassed? Seriously ask yourself, is there any reason you can justify in why you don't think they would be willing to help you?....In most cases, parents can be the most supportive avenue for you to turn....Your parents will be much more understanding about your situation then you may think, and in most cases they would probably be very thankful that you turned to them in time of need. I remember what my brother told me once a long time ago...friends will come and go, but family will always be there...and in all those years my brother has proven to be right. My point is, if you are serious about your problem...REALLY serious....then turn to your parents first and foremost before your situation gets out of hand. Your parents may get upset at first, and this would be a very normal reaction, but in the end your parents will be the ones who will direct you to getting help that benefits you. I suggest you sit down with your parents and explain whats been going on and how you feel. What concerns me right now is your age and your compulsion....The last thing you need to happen is for your compulsion to lead to things that may be harmful to you (i.e. drug abuse). The longer you postpone addressing the problem the more you're going to get yourself deeper into the hole. What's important now is for you to turn to help and let professional people help you turn those compulsive behaviors in a way that may benefit you.
2007-03-03 13:16:02 · answer #2 · answered by sjtuck3 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your young and are pushing the envelope. You probably don't get it yet. But your parents are surely on to you. Try and understand that your parents have been around longer than you, and have seen more than you realize. If anything, try your grandparents, they will be more than willing to help.
Try your Church. People there are very helpful. You are on a spiral staircase, that is on a destructive path. You could end up, very damaged. Maybe worse, God forbid, please get help now.
There is more ways in life to use your skills at being compulsive. As in something positive. Sports, the Arts. Anything is better than what you are doing.
2007-03-03 11:55:04 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
your parents may be your only viable option for the help that you really need. Your behaviors need to change and you must speak to some adult about some counseling. To continue these behaviors is out of the question because they could destroy your health and quality of life when you end up in the legal and/or mental health system. If you cannot speak to your parents, talk to a relative or friend.
2007-03-03 11:34:46 · answer #4 · answered by Mon-chu' 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Hello Guru,
Bottom line is: There's no easy answer. Can I recommend a free counseling service to you? go to peaceplusprogramdotcom
Take care,
Vince
2007-03-03 11:13:36 · answer #5 · answered by Vincent J 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Hang out with responsible friends
2007-03-03 11:15:15 · answer #6 · answered by hobo 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
hmmm tough one..
most people i have known with silmilar problems never beat it on their own. you may be able to get help through a clinic without your parents but aren't your parents the best people to help you??? hope they are...Lets
2007-03-03 11:14:24 · answer #7 · answered by letsget_dangerous 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋