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At what point does not eating enough become harmful?

dancingwhirligigs November 28th, 2016

And if I were to tell a therapist about not eating, would they be forced to tell my parents?

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windflowers November 28th, 2016

@dancingwhirligigs

hey. i'm not sure if i'm qualified to answer this question, but i found these links that may help -- one, two, and three. if you were to tell a therapist, i imagine yes, they would have to tell your parents, but i guess it depends on the therapist and your condition, really. i'm sorry you've been struggling with eating, and i hope it gets better soon!

Laraland March 22nd, 2017

@dancingwhirligigs not eating is depriving yourself of a primary bodily function, of nutritients and energy. Yes it is damaging physically. But mentally it becomes damaging when it starts interfernig with your everyday life, your social life, your ability to concentrate on school or work, or with your interest in hobbies and fun activities.

March 23rd, 2017

@dancingwhirligigs

Sometimes it helps me to think that food is medicine when i am sturggling with eating something

(oh my gosh, your cat looks exactly like my cat <3 )

liam91404 March 24th, 2017

should i starve myself to death i really want to

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Laraland March 24th, 2017

@liam91404 you are the expert on you. Nobody can tell you what to do. But if you're feeling like you're in crisis or at rock bottom, please connect with a crisis help line. They really can help.

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liam91404 March 24th, 2017

@Laralandwhy should i get help

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kindSquare9304 June 25th, 2017

I have been having problems with not eating enough. I have recentally become vegan. It is a good excuse to not eat as much and I seem to feel less guilty when eating. I am a few days in and feel fantastic.And yes the Therapist most likely would tell your parents. @dancingwhirligigs