From Matt, Age 12 - 11/23/03 - IP#: 213.122.250.xxx Click here to reply Ht. 152 cm, Today: 75 kg (BMI %tile: 98) - Hi, I'm 12 and come from Northern Ireland.I weigh 75Kg and I'm 152cm in height. It depresses me. I was on the Atkins diet and collapsed (though I did lose quite a bit of weight!) My mum and dad are divorced so I comfort eat. I have to go to the doctors soon to tlk to them and they might keep me in hospital and suck fat out of me! I'm really scared but the more I try to lose weight, the worse I fell and I can never lose it! I get out of breath from climbing the stairs, I know that I am in majour threat, but I can't help it! I had a attack over the summer where I couldn't breath, I had to stay over night. I am soooooo scared! I've thought about killing myself, but I don't want to upset my family, what should I do? (Note: 152 cm, 75 kg is 5'0", 165 lb.)
Reply from dmitri, Age 15 - 07/16/05 - IP#: 213.42.2.xxx Umm well see, i know my advice si goin to sound like every other health program but just listen. IF u really want to lose weight u can.. i know cause i was 60 sumthing now im 48.isnt that great? and u know wat..u can do it to! i know u can! jus start from small things lik reduce ur consumption of butter, fries,and eat small portions. Wat i found really drove me to eat less was tinkin how a girl saw me and wat she thought soo everytime i see fried foods i tink it will only make me uglier anyways im sure u can do it but dont excert urself...u can lose weight..because u have all my prayers.
Reply from Krystle, Age 18 - 11/23/03 - IP#: 195.93.33.xxx 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!!!!!
