Q: I fear I have Bulemia, I have not eaten anything for the last couple of days, and the last few weeks I might have had a glass of water all day, this is going on for about 6 months, everytime I eat I just run to the toilet to be sick and Im scared they will try and force me to eat, Im scared and I need help please please help me I have not eaten anything today and I had a glass of water and I can see im already loosing weight I need help and I can't tell my parents, I wont I need help and I can't tell my parents, I wont Im scared that they will lock me up and force feed me, Im actually crying now, Im petrafied-sp?
A: Please try the National Eating Disorder Association http://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/get-help-today/ or you can call toll free, confidential Helpline Monday-Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, pacific time: 1-800-931-2237 I'm pleased you are seeking help. Don't let this go untreated as there are severe and long term health risks. There's lots of help out there that's confidential, but also, your parents might take it better than you would expect and be a great source of support for you. Please check out the website or call the number, though. If you need anything else, feel free to email me.