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deleted_user
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Hi there. Ok, since my digonosis of Anorexia, I was reluctant to inform all of my family. I am going home tomorrow for a week and am worrying how I will handle the food situation. My mum knows but not my dad and I will be staying with them.
I have been resticting the past few days to get myself ready, just not sure how I will deal with this?
EmmaammE
EmmaammE
i dont like to say it but if your mum nos then i expect your dad will no. parents dont keep secrets! anyway if your mum nos then she will no who to handle it and if your mum is ok about it your dad may not say anything
deleted_user
deleted_user
Be honest with your father, and if he doesn't understand (mine didn't) then give him some leaflets or some info you've printed out with a written explanation for what you're going through.

I'm assuming you're ready for recovery since you're on this board, so maybe you should talk to them about getting their support?
deleted_user
deleted_user
I agree that your Dad probably already knows. Maybe he just is too uncomfortable to talk to you about it. I like the idea about the leaflets or maybe buy him a book. If he doesn't know, can you tell him? It would be such a relief for you to not hide this anymore.
deleted_user
deleted_user
thank you all, xo.
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