I believe that the school social worker is allowed to talk to your parents, especially if she feels that you need help. Eating disorders are very serious, and people in the social worker's field are required by law to follow up on anything they think is endangering a child's health or life. If she doesn't talk to your parents, she could get into serious trouble.
I am sorry that you think that your parents are too strict and will yell at you. I am sure that your parents are only concerned about you, and want the best for you. Perhaps you could ask your parents to take you to your doctor to discuss proper diets for your age. The doctor then could then discuss with you and your parents if you need to loose weight or not.
The idea is for you to have a good image of yourself. Many youngsters today think they are fat when they are anything but. I believe that you are not as fat as you think you are. Ask your friends, the social worker, and your parents if you are fat. If they say "no", then believe them.
Think good thoughts.
2007-04-19 14:30:48
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answered by nymormon 4
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Your parents can control your having a distorted image of yourself? What? This counselor is informing U that your parents don't support you without even talking to them? That person is not someone you should be talking to you.
Heaven sakes stay away from that person - if that is how they are truly behaving - they should be supportive of you not pitting you against your parents. Here's a real pick-me-up point right here that can worked on to help sort things out. Everyone is not everyones friend - family first so talk with your parents if it is really a need. Just be nice and tell this person you've figured it out and realized something about growing up and that is taking responsibility. Don't be mean about it.
Geepers ya can't have a war if the other party doesn't show up and it looks like ya might be creating something here or coaxing a person to disturb the family. Doesn't sound like you want to do that by the info. Really if you truly have some issues now what is the best thing to do here? I'd bet you already know which already means you aren't ugly - if ya feel a bit overweight well, me too that's why I work on it for a simple 1/2 hour per day. Even my hubby does it ...he's skinny as a rail but he gets a bit rickety and so he's now working out with me. Most everyone these days wants to stay in good health whether it's toning, stretching or getting rid of the blues...sometimes we feel that way and if we do we have to own the way we feel and motivate our own change. It's very ok to do that.
For winter, I have one of those thick exercise mats ...some light hand weights, some light tennis shoes, some cool work-out clothes and cool 40 plus workouts. I didn't purchase it all at once...just picked up one thing at a time. Am thinking about one of those large balls for stretching next. I also swim to keep cool and for exercise in the summer and ballroom dance as a passion. Plus hubby and I will start taking short walks since the weather is looking up in the evening. Consider asking mom or one of your girlfriends if they would be interested in a walking routine. You don't have to walk miles ...altho some of the seniors around here walk miles - wow. Anyways, there are all kinds of inexpensive things to do. Ya might even have to get a new wardrobe ...which is also fun : )
I also remember 13 - ....your already a bud that's about to bloom I promise. There is not one woman who doesn't remember 13 and not too long after that became a flower. I use flowers as an example because I think all are beautiful but ya know what I mean - a beautiful young gal blossoming into womanhood : )
2007-04-20 03:43:55
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answered by GoodQuestion 6
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I know you think you have it all under control, but you don't. An eating disorder is a control issue and you need help. You mention that your parents are strict. Have you told the social worker this? Many young people get into an eating disorder trap not necessarily because they want to look different, but to have some control over themselves. Please look further into yourself and utilize the social worker -- she truly wants to help you.
Your social worker will probably have to speak to your parents, not only because you need help, but because she has to disclose such things. As a student and minor, you do loose certain rights once you step onto school grounds. This is for your own safety. Being active in an eating disorder means you ARE risking your health. An eating disorder is no different than being an alcoholic or a cutter. It is addictive and tempting and you will not overcome this without the help of the adults who surround you.
Don't be mad at your social worker. She just might be saving your life.
2007-04-19 15:04:17
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answered by Christina M 2
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Uhm, I think a social worker should keep something like that confidential.
When I was in the eighth grade, there were people that cut (yes, really strange to be doing it at such a young age)
someone's MSN name was "STOP CUTTING!"
i dont know why, it's kinda pathetic but sure..
and a parent of the kid saw it
and they told the principal
and she threatened to check everyone's arms
but didn't because it's an invasion of privacy
so i dont think she should be doing something like that, a social worker is someone you can trust and what she's doing has nothing to do with trust.
BUTTT you're under 16, I didn't notice the "even though i'm 13"
if you were 16 or older, she couldn't.
:(
2007-04-19 14:28:47
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answered by Isabellala 1
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answered by ? 4
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YES sir!!! Sorry, but at 13 you are still considered a minor, your parents being responsible for what you do and don't do. Your view of yourself, if out of reality, can affect you forever. I'm glad the social worker cares enough to try and step in - believe it or not, she really cares about you - if your parents over-react, call the social worker!
2007-04-19 14:40:16
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answered by BikerChick 7
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A social worker has to call the parents especially when it comes to her or his mental and physical health. SO why do you think your ugly does someone tell you this. ANd if they do don't listen to idiots because theya ren't perfect neither. AND Even if you were 18 and still in school they have to call the parents.
2007-04-19 14:32:02
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answered by John S 5
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I am afraid she is. Once you turn 16 they can not talk to your parents. Having a eating disorder is a really big health issue. I know, I have been there. I wish my school social worker called my mom and told her, I would have gotten healthier quicker. I think you should tell your parents yourself. They should react better if it comes from you and not someone else. I hope that helped.
2007-04-19 14:28:35
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answered by Erin H 2
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Not sure, but you could ask the principal what the legal aspects of that are.
I was not told on but eventually the truth came out.
Why not tell your parents yourself and then when the social worker calls, your parents will already know? This is what I did.
2007-04-19 14:33:07
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answered by Anonymous
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It is very important for you to have the support of your entire family if you do have an eating disorder. As a matter of fact, when and eating disorder surfaces, they expect your entire family to participate in your treatment. Eating disorders are a family problem, not just your problem alone and you cannot deal with it alone.
She wants to help you and it sounds like you could use some intervention.
2007-04-19 14:28:44
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answered by happydawg 6
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