Do I Have An Eating Disorder?

Question

I don't think I'm anorexic or anything, but since joining this app and being surrounded by knowledgeable, helpful, and kind women, I'm starting to think something isn't right with me.
-I feel EXTREMELY guilty after eating
-I steal laxatives from my mom to defecate more 
-I feel terrible about my body and try to hide it
-I lie about skipping meals
-I attempt to purge after eating non safe foods
  I don't know if I'm being a stupid teenage girl or if there's really a problem.  Any advice or input?

Answer

Talk to your parents!  They can help you through this

Answer

Yes, sweetie. I had an eating disorder for 3 years in middle school and high school. Had many of your symptoms. I hid it from my parents until I collapsed one day. Please, please, get the help you need. Don't think that you're alone. The recovery is hard, but worse the longer you wait. Know that there are people out there who have gone through this and are leading happy lives now!

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This could be the seed of something very serious. Trust me...I struggled with an ED for two years in high school and this sounds like it could be the beginning of one. I highly suggest you just go chat with a therapist to talk through your habits and any fears you might have. And...I also recommend you see a nutritionist to tell you how much you should be eating based on your activity level and body. For me, having that information really made me knowledgeable and made me realize that my behaviors were actually harming me and moving me further away from my body goals. Please let me know if you have further questions. I'm fully recovered 8 years. :)

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Yup, that's an eating disorder. Speaking from experience. Talk to your parents about getting you into therapy.. it really helps

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You should really talk to someone. Your parents or a trusted adult. Don't ever feel guilty for eating okay I know I feel guilty if I've had a third helping lol but you should always eat a least three meals everyday. I hope you find the help you need😀😀

Do I Have An Eating Disorder?

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