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writes:Hi im 17 years old and for as long as i can remember ive had a problem with eating. Its not a common disorder so many people critisize me. Since a yound age i have only been able to eat the same food (basics such as potatoes.. noodles.. chicken) no vegetables and no other meats. I have a sort of mental block that doesnt allow me to try new food and it has had a huge impact on my life. However, for a year i went to see a psychiatrist and everything got a little easier, she helped me and i was able to push myself to try new foods and i was very happy with my progress.However the problem is, is that moved country, i became too old and we all took the decision that i was ready to go out and try everything in my own. At first i was doing great but now i can see that i have went downhill again, if not worse. My dad puts a lot of pressure on me and it becomes too much and i end up not eating at all. I have tried explaining to him that i need his help not critisism but he does not feel that i have an eating disorder... just 'fussy'. Now ive began to feel the same.How can i get back on track? I was so miserable before and now im even worse and i can see the weight drop quickly from me. Im already only seven stone so weight loss cannot be a good option for me!Is my dad right? or is there a way of making him understand?thank you so much, sorry its so long! x Reply to this Question
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reader, TasteofIndia  +, writes (4 May 2010):
 I think you should go back to your psychiatrist or find a therapist who you can talk to. Bring your Dad along after you feel comfortable. Maybe he needs to hear it from a third party that this is a very real problem for you, not just a picky eater.
Good luck, sweetness and try your best to do what's best for YOU (get yourself back into a healthy-habits mindset).
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reader, LilPixie  +, writes (4 May 2010):
 I would definitely try to find a good psychiatrist where you live now to see if they can help you.I've seen something before with kids who only eat certain things and they got them to touch and play with different foods so they could get used to the textures and smells. It might not be appropiate, but maybe that could help?Do you eat crisps or chips? Both are made using potatoes, so if you don't already eat those maybe you could try that? Chips are also easily home made, all you have to do is cut them up and put them in a deep fat fryer (I don't know what they're like if you put them in the oven). Maybe you could cook dinner for your dad or a few friends? You wouldn't have to eat it yourself, but it would get you used to handling different foods. I hope this helps. I wish you the best of Luck
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reader, raiders +, writes (3 May 2010):
 You should try going to your physicist again, because if you were coping and learning how to live with your disorder, and by moving to a new environment you will grow that anxiety again. You should try taking your dad to meet with your physicist and have him explain your disorder. I wish you the best and hope you have a quick recovery.
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