Ive found out that my daughter is around 95-96 pounds, she is 13 years old and 5 foot about 7 or 8. Her BMI is 14 and I found out this is underweight. I think she might have anorexia because she always says shes fat and wants to start working out more so on...what should I do. I've got an appointment at our doctors but Im still worried and need opinions.
Help x
2007-03-23 06:09:48 · 13 answers · asked by Babe, pig in the city ;) 3 in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
Also if anyone has any questions or anything feel free to message me. x
2007-03-23 06:31:47 · update #1
just get her to the doctor first and take it from there. start doing her (if you dont already) good healthy meals in the evenings, and sit down with her to eat them. but see the doctor first before totally panicking. xxx
2007-03-23 06:14:20 · answer #1 · answered by hana woo 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wow, 95 is kinda low, having in mind her height.
On the other hand, she is 13 yrs old. If she were 18 and weighed as much, you should be really worried.
When it comes to her body image, try to modify it slightly. Don't tell her that she's not fat, tell her that she looks really nice (affirmative, not negative statements). Do this on a daily basis, and don't throw compliments at her; she has to believe you're sincere.
Also, if you were skinny when you were her age, or someone else in your family, this shouldn't be such a problem. And it depends on how much she eats, as well.
It is very good that you've noticed this, though.
Take her to your doctor, but don't make her think it's some kind of punishment.
Good luck! :)
2007-03-23 06:22:52 · answer #2 · answered by Ana H 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Her BMI is pretty low at that. Mine is only 16 which is just below average (18). My doctor said I was fine although a few pounds underweight. I'm healthy, in shape and feel okay bar the odd teenage winge about headaches ect.
Make sure to build her self esteem and work out with her, make it fun and friendly. Get her to hang out with friends and make sure she isn't being peer pressured by anyone.
It's hard these days with all the size zero and that "celebrity skinny trend". Some girls just want to be thin no matter what. Help her in any way you can and get as much advice as you can from your GP. Talk about your concerns of anorexia with them.
2007-03-23 11:34:05 · answer #3 · answered by deadgirll5224 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's pretty thin for her height. I agree that she may have a problem, and you're doing the right thing taking her to a doctor. So where does she get it? Are you obsessed with your weight? Does she hear you complaining about your weight, and getting on the scale all the time? Kids imitate what they see, and if she isn't getting it from her friends, maybe the first change that needs to be made is at home. A healthy attitude is the first step to getting better. What are meal times like at your house? Is there a lot of arguing and tension? These are all things to look at, and her doctor will probably tell you that. Good luck, sweetie!
2007-03-23 06:21:39 · answer #4 · answered by Shepherd 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
She's probably not anorexic. DO keep an eye on her wieght, but she's on the very skinny side of normal for her age. My daughter's about the same age/size and she said something about her belly sticking out, but I think it's just what these girls say at this age. take her to lunch and ask her if she knows that she's on the skinny side of normal and that she can gain lots of weight and still be normal. If she's eating OK then don't put too much stock into what she says about being fat unless you see that she abstains from food. Mine still eats everything, but just not any junk food. So it really dep[ends on wheter she is eating healthy or not before you worry.
2007-03-23 06:21:33 · answer #5 · answered by TJTB 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If her doctor confirms you suspicions first ask the doctor what you should do. The doctor would most likely say that she needs to see a psychologist. if she doesn't make improvement from there you can put her in an eating disorder center.
2007-03-23 06:19:59 · answer #6 · answered by christigmc 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If her doctor confirms your suspicions, try to get her into counseling and possibly a support group where she can talk to other teens with similar problems.
Also, if she gets teen magazines with super skinny models on the front, you might want to consider stopping that subscription for a while.
2007-03-23 06:18:20 · answer #7 · answered by sci55 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Everyone time I try to lose weight (now by the way), my mom always bugs me about eating more. I'm a little overweight. She says you are going to blow over, or something like that. I'm not under, I'm over. Maybe, you are being a little over protective.
She's just a little underweight. It's not by much.
2007-03-23 07:14:37 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
She needs help now. Anorexia is difficult to treat, but as she is young, it is better. She is using food as a control issue, and that needs to be addressed by someone who specializes in anorexia/eating disorders.
2007-03-23 06:15:03 · answer #9 · answered by stingme 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
You are naturally worried by you Daughter's condition.
She MUST see her GP and be referred to an appropriate clinic for treatment both psychological and physical.
2007-03-23 06:16:11 · answer #10 · answered by MANCHESTER UK 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋