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Reply From Krystle, Age 18 - 11/23/03 - IP#: 195.93.33.xxx   show message replied to go to original board
Dear Matt,
I'm going to give you the same advice I gave to a girl on this board. Talk to someone about your worries and concerns. They will help you to see things in a clearer manner and if not, they'll find someone who can. Even if your parents aren't together, it doesn't mean they don't love you. You parents split for a good reason, they must have been unhappy, and therefore, made themselves happy by being a part. Talk to one of your parents, or even both. When you see the doctor you can talk to him, or try a teacher. I know it's stressful when you want to lose weight and it won't go away. Believe I've been there, done that and got the t-shirt!!!! Your too young to be worrying about such matter, but it doesn't stop you worrying does it? Please seek help and don't stay quiet. For some reason, a shared problem becomes a shared solution!!!
If you need to vent and don't want to talk with your parents, even if I think you should. I'll always be willing to listen. Krystle AKA hodgypie@aol.com
Take care Matt and please seek help!!!!!

Reply From Krystle, Age 18 - 11/23/03 - IP#: 195.93.33.xxx   show message replied to go to original board
Dear Matt,
I'm going to give you the same advice I gave to a girl on this board. Talk to someone about your worries and concerns. They will help you to see things in a clearer manner and if not, they'll find someone who can. Even if your parents aren't together, it doesn't mean they don't love you. You parents split for a good reason, they must have been unhappy, and therefore, made themselves happy by being a part. Talk to one of your parents, or even both. When you see the doctor you can talk to him, or try a teacher. I know it's stressful when you want to lose weight and it won't go away. Believe I've been there, done that and got the t-shirt!!!! Your too young to be worrying about such matter, but it doesn't stop you worrying does it? Please seek help and don't stay quiet. For some reason, a shared problem becomes a shared solution!!!
If you need to vent and don't want to talk with your parents, even if I think you should. I'll always be willing to listen. Krystle AKA hodgypie@aol.com
Take care Matt and please seek help!!!!!

Reply From heidi, Age 20 - 10/25/03 - IP#: 64.12.96.xxx   show message replied to go to original board
How do you know that the food tastes like bacon? Have you already tried it? I'm just kidding. I thought you needed a little humor. I think you need to talk to someone that you have the chance to see frequently. Maybe they'd be able to sort through your weight gain and see the real reason why you are so unhappy. and don't be so hard on your mom. she's only doing what she thinks she can do to help you.

Reply From Kelsey, Age 19 - 05/18/03 - IP#: 216.12.217.xxx   show message replied to go to original board
Maybe you should ask your Dr. for help thats what i did and lost13 pounds.

Reply From Liz, Age 18 - 04/30/03 - IP#: 144.136.144.xxx   show message replied to go to original board
I think you should tell someone close to you, and seek professional advice before this becomes out of hand. If you dont, this could be a disease you live with the rest of your life.

Reply From Liz, Age 18 - 04/13/03 - IP#: 144.136.144.xxx   show message replied to go to original board
Look, it takes time you lose weight. You need to adopt a healthy attitude and maybe you should see a dietician. You need to realise that all your problems do not center around your weight, and that you can lose it if you put enough work into it. Dont get too caught up about it all, things will get better, trust me. I used to feel that way too when I was younger.

Reply From Sara, Age 18 - 07/11/01   show message replied to go to original board
80 pounds in one year is not a good thing. You should really go to the doctor. There may be something medically wrong that you don't know about, but that a doctor may be able to help you with.