Sry im new and the last post cut off.
So, the reasons im worried for my girlfriend about a possible eatjng disorder:
-She's very light, less than <edit>
-She doesnt eat three meals a day, sometimes not even one
-She hates how her body looks (even tho its literally perfect, honestly)
-She gets nauseous from even the smell of food really often (more than four timey a day)
She does say that she isnt avoiding eating because She wants to lose weight or something like that but eating as little as She does cant be just normal.
Does anyone have any guesses? Do y'all think this is an eating disorder?
@IHaveAppleJuice
It could be a possible eating disorder, and they don't always revolve around weight, even if it isn't an eating disorder, her eating habits don't sound healthy. Maybe tell her your worries, and see how you can help
@IHaveAppleJuice
It's difficult to know if someone has an eating disorder based on those things alone, but something that can be beneficial is for your girlfriend to perhaps be able to look at this - if she's willing explore with you. NEDA has a screening tool that asks basic questions, but to know more concretely, a treatment center or counselor or even dietitian could be consulted to see if there is something. Sometimes even medical issues cause eating disturbances if someone has intestinal or stomach issues.
I'm sure it's worrying to see her not eating or not eating much and being thin. It's good you've reached out to seek support and answers, even though we really can't provide the answers you are looking for here.
@IHaveAppleJuice
Hello,
To me this does sound like she may have anorexia(malnourishment) just not anorexia nervosa(intentionally restricting food for the sake of losing weight).
This could be caused by ‘Arfid’ it’s a type sensory disorder that causes irregular eating habits. Basically some people can’t stand the sensation associated with specific foods, eating, and or being full.
If you think she may have arfid I would suggest you see if she’s willing to talk to a doctor/ psychiatrist to potentially get a diagnosis and there are some medications they can give that can help. Theres also counselling and psychologist that specialize in helping people work past their symptoms and get back to normal eating habits.
Also, either way (if she does or doesn’t have an earring disorder) if she is underweight I would recommend getting blood work done. If her potassium or sodium levels are messed up she could quickly end up in the hospital for something that can easily be fixed with supplements.
Hope this helps
