Can i call child line and talk about my eating disorder or is it too much of a trivial problem?

Question

and they have bigger things to worry about. Its just i cant handle it and its got so bad any more and want to talk to someone. i know child line is free and wont show up on the phone bill which is good but i dont know if i should call about my eating disorder cos i dunno if its just for bullying and/or abuse and ive just got a stupid eating problem and theyll be wasting time on me instead of helping someone in need. also if i do call them wat do i say? i have an eating disorder? ive called them a few times but im scared theyll laugh at me for calling them about this. any advice would b great. thank you
im 14 by the way

Answer 1

yes, call them and they wiil give u advice as what to do next

Answer 2

Give them a ring. They won't think that you are wasting their time. So, go on, pick up that phone. It will help to talk things over with someone who will listen to you.

Then you need to try and get some other help as well.

I get the impression you don't think talking to your parents would be a very good idea - try and think why you think so. Are you scared of what they will say, are they already critical of you, do they not consider you old enough to have valid points to make?? If it is only because of the way you think they will react, is it worth testing the water in some way, without giving too much away - see how the react and then decide if you could be able to tell them - maybe pick one of them, and not both together.

Does your school have any kind of counsellor, or service like that for you to access? I work for a charity called Mind, and in the area I live in we offer a Young Persons Service, that is based in some of the local comprehensive schools. They can be accessed directly and they will treat things you say to them in confidence and treat you with respect and dignity.

See if there is anything like that where you live. Sometimes charities are easier to approach, because they aren't the frightening 'officals' of the health service.

Another thing you could try doing is going to see your GP, or even a nurse at the surgery. Explain to them that you are reluctant to talk to anyone else about things, and that you need to know that what you tell them won't be divulged to anyone else without your prior consent.

Maybe they can help you to find out how serious your problem is and the kind of help that you need.

Or try ringing NHS direct - they may have some local ideas for you.

You will not be wasting anyone's time with this.

Please try and find someone to talk to, your problem needs some expert attention.

You are worth anyone's time and effort.

Please do all you can to look after yourself.

You made the first step in the right direction, be brave and carry it forward.

Sending you hugs and my best wishes.

Answer 3

I would ring them and ask if they know of any contacts with eating disorder helplines near to where you live. An eating disorder IS an important issue and they won't laugh at you because you're ringing them. As far as I am aware Childline was set up as a first stop for any problem affecting young people, it's not just about bullying and child abuse, they deal with so much more. You might not be able to get in touch with your gp as you might need an "appropriate" adult with you as you're under 16.

Definitely give them a try, they may be able to put you onto someone else who can help with the specifics. I wish you all the best for the future.

Answer 4

I can reassure you they never laugh at any callers and will take each call with the same degree of professionalism. It is a support line for children and their problems.. nothing is trivial when you are a child. I remember! Call them and follow through on what they advise.. I would also visit your GP to get checked out and they will help you find assistance locally. It worries me that you hav'nt been able to confide in your mother or another close family member but perhaps your circumstances are difficult. Call childline now.. you'll be glad you did

Answer 5

I think that child line is a good place to start. Are you sure that you can't talk to your Mum? O r how about a female teacher at school? But I'm sure that child line can and will help point you in the right direction. In the meantime take one day at a time and try to eat a little more each day.

Answer 6

Call them, sweetheart, as soon as you can. They are there to help anyone and everyone. No problem is trivial. You are as important as any other caller. So be brave, and don't feel as if you are taking up anybody's time, or that you are not not worthy of their attention. No one is going to laugh at you or belittle your problem. You are a brave girl for wanting to deal with this disorder, so keep up your courage and contact Childline, or a teacher you are close to, or a member of your family who you can confide in. Anyone you choose will be happy that you came to them.
I wish you all the very best.

Answer 7

Childline was invented and is supported to listen to you. Many people think that their problem might not be important enough.

All problems should be tackled early - the earlier the better.

The Samaritans have a similar approach. They found that it was not enough to advertise emphasising helping depressed and suicidal people. Whenever they did that they missed being contacted by very helpworthy people.

Never worry what to say to helping people. If they are the right people, the words will come.

Answer 8

Call them. Thats what they are there for. Also if you have a teacher at school that you particularly like and can talk to, speak to them too.

I've had an eating disorder all my life (I'm 37) and I wish I'd spoken to someone sooner than I did. I left it until I was 21 and was hospitalised.

They will help you if you call them. Just call them and tell them you have a problem you need to talk about. You'll be surprised how much it will help!

Answer 9

Ring them. They will be used to hearing about all kinds of problems, and be able to give you an address or number of someone who specialises in eating disorders. Good luck.

Answer 10

phone them the very fact you've raised this issue in yahoo answers shows that it bothers you you will get advice and maybe the suggestion to speak to your doctor who should take time to listen there are support groups out there please seek them out at 14 you should be enjoying life and not carrying these worries on your shoulders

Answer 11

ED's are not trivial. I would definitely call that up and tell them that your ED is taking over your life. I would strongly suggest you talk to your counselor at school as well.