Help for my girlfriend.

[emerson13]

Well my girlfriend has Anorexia.
I really want to help her.
What can I do?

Thanks so much,
Emerson13

[Patricia Pitts, PhD]

Dear Emerson13,

Let her know you love her and care about her.  Tell her what you feel when she does anorexic behavior.  Such as, I feel scare when I see you so painfully thin and not eating.  I’m afraid you are going to die.  I feel helpless when I hear you want reassurance that you are not fat.  Let her know you what her to seek consultation with a medical doctor and therapist who specialized in anorexia.  Support her by accompanying her to the appointments.

She needs help.  You need support, too.  Remember to take care of yourself in the process.

To learn more about anorexia and treatment options, visit the bella vita website.

Best,


Dr Patricia Pitts
The Bella Vita
Los Angeles, CA

[stlmom]

TREATMENT....And support is the key!  It is great that you are reaching out for answers but this is very complicated and can be deadly. What is going on INSIDE of her body can be much worse that what her appearance projects. It is a good idea to see what her insurance will cover or what her parents financially can support. Look online for treatment centers in your area /or her doctor could refer her to a treatment center/hospital.

Good luck!