Hi sam! i think i might have bulimia, but i dont know for sure.
it feels like im in a endless cycle of eating, then being stressed because i ate, then eating because im stressed
i feel like people are pressuring me at school to buy things and eat junk even though they arent, its kinda like a "cool thing"
recently my parents have been calling me names and "threatening" to send me to a doctor if i dont get rid of these feelings and when i tell them to stop they js call me rude names and words, they are also saying they will take my devices, and my devices are another way to calm my nerves other then binge eating.
i dont know what to do, any advice?
Sam
Hi there,
Eating disorders can affect anyone, they can also have a big impact on your health and wellbeing. If you’re worried about your eating, then you always deserve to feel supported. There are lots of ways to get help.
Bulimia is an eating problem that makes people want to eat lots of food and then try to get rid of it from their body. Visiting the doctor about something like bulimia should never feel like a threat, in fact it’s one of the best ways to get support.
Even if your family isn’t supportive, you can still visit your doctor about what’s happening. Your doctor can help you get the right support. There are lots of ways to make visiting the doctor easier, and tools like DocReady can help you to make a checklist of what’s happening.
When you’re already struggling, coping with the pressure of your family or friends can feel overwhelming. When it’s feeling too much, it can help to think about ways to feel calmer. Childline is here to talk to you about anything that’s happening. It can also help to think about the adults you trust in school or outside of home who can be there for you.
Remember that no matter how you’re feeling, Childline is here for you.
Take care,
Sam
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