TEEN QUESTION/PROBLEM:
how can i stop eating a lot

TEEN LINE WROTE:
Hey, thanks for contacting us at TEEN LINE. That must be really frustrating for you to feel like you have no control over your body. You can try calling Overeaters Anonymous at (323)-653-7652 or you can also go to the website www.oalaig.com. You could also try talking to a family member, friend, school counselor or doctor to get more information on what you need. Also, call us at TEEN LINE at (310)-855-4673 if you want to talk more. We are open from 6-10 p.m. PST

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TEEN QUESTION/PROBLEM:
I have been on out of school for a month on track out. And since then I have been constantly eating. I am getting scared because i think my legs are getting huge and bigger!My parents say i am skinny but I think otherwise. I cut soda out of my diet for 2 months now. I dont know what to do! i am not going to starve myself but maby go hump to many sizes. I dont want to end up like my ex- friend who is 168 pounds. What should I do?

TEEN LINE WROTE:
Hey! Thanks so much for emailing TEEN LINE. It sounds like you are pretty concerned about gaining weight. A lot of teens feel self-conscious but the way that they handle that feeling is what is important. There are healthy ways to feel better about yourself like exercising and eating healthier. Im really glad to hear that you aren't planning on starving yourself because that is a really unhealthy and also dangerous way to handle your feelings. Is there anyone you feel comfortable talking to about this? Maybe a family member, close friend, or even a school counselor? You can also always call us here at TEEN LINE. We are here from 6 to 10 PST every night to talk at (310)855-4673.

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TEEN QUESTION/PROBLEM:
I have been struggling with bulimia for 3 years. I know I need to quit , but I can't and don't feel like I'm ready. I have some serious health concerns regarding the disorder...I don't know what to do!!

TEEN LINE WROTE:
Hey, so it seems like you're in a very tough situation but that you want to get through it and are trying to get through it. Is there anyone at home that you can talk to about this that can support you like a family member or a trusted friend or a school counselor? I'm really worried about you and your health, but i'm really glad that you contacted us. I'm going to give you a couple numbers you can call to find out more about bulimia. The first one is EDAP (eating disorder awareness and prevention), their number is 1800 931 2237 and their website is www.edap.org. The second one is the National Eating disorder association and their number is 1800 931 2237 and their website is www.nationaleatingdisorders.org. These hotlines help you connect with people with resources, information and referrals to national and local treatment providers.

You can also always call us or live chat with us when you're having difficulty about trying to stop. Our number is (310) 855-4673 and we are open from 6-10pm PST. I'm really glad you e-mailed us, i'm really proud of you for wanting to stop!

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TEEN QUESTION/PROBLEM:
Is it an eating disorder when you can't eat if you're feeling upset? I can only eat if I'm in a good mood, otherwise I gag, even if I haven't eaten in a while.

TEEN LINE WROTE:
Hi. It seems like that could be a really scary situation when you cannot eat when you are upset. Are you upset a lot of the time? Do you have problems with eating constantly? I cannot diagnose if you have an eating disorder or not, but if you have a physical problem eating when you are upset, it might be a good idea to talk to your doctor about it. You can also call the National Eating Disorder Association if you would like to ask an expert on the subject at (800) 931-2237. If you have any other things you would like to talk about, you can call TEEN LINE at (310) 855-4673, our hours are 6:00pm to 10:00pm PST.

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TEEN QUESTION/PROBLEM:
I have had chest pains for a couple of days now and I have also had pains when breathing. I have EDNOS (eating disorder not otherwise specified) and I often skip meals, and I have heard that these symptoms are often found in skinny people, but I have not skinny so I don't know why I am eperiencing these pains.

TEEN LINE WROTE:
Hey! It sounds like whatever is going on is making you worried, so I think it's really important to talk to someone about it. Do you feel comfortable talking to either your parents or even your doctor about what is going on? You said that you have EDNOS; is your doctor already aware of this? Because if they are, then they may have some information for you about the aches that you are describing. The National Eating Disorder Association or NEDA may be able to give you some more information at either their website which is www.nationaleatingdisorders.org or you can call them at (800)931-2237. You can always call TEEN LINE to talk to a teen. We are here from 6 to 10 PST every night at (310)855-4673.

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