Hi my daughter is 15, she has become very restricted with her food and drink, has lost weight. Very moody and doesn't want to talk much.

[Tracywest1964]

She only eats small amount, leaves food on her plate, won't eat or drink after 6pm. Never eats any treats at all. Should I worry? Please advise

[Eatingdisordersdevon]

As always Tracy, it is difficult to reply with only a snippet of information however......the behaviour that you are describing sounds like your daughter is restricting her food intake in some way. Leaving food, restricting 'treats' and setting rules of when she can eat, can all be behavioural signs that she Is not relaxed around food. You know your daughter better than most people, and it sounds like you are concerned. I would encourage your instinct and seek some further help. Your GP may not be able to offer much support unless there is a danger that she is medically compromised in some way, if this is the case then please seek help from a therapist with a good sound knowledge of disordered eating. The earlier you intervene the better. Good luck and well done for noticing her behaviour and seeking help.

[crazycrossstitcher]

From what you say it sounds so like me when I developed anorexia - approach your GP and get help now - fight for it if you have go - catching this early is really crucial - you need to get specialist help for your daughter. Something to be aware of is how she may react - when my parents tried to get me help it was the last thing I wanted or was prepared to accept - I argued against everything all the way - tears and tantrums I'm ashamed to say - but looking back I'm so grateful my parents forced me into it - without their efforts I can honestly say I would not be alive today (may sound dramatic but that is the truth). Good luck - you may have to fight the system - but don't give up - your daughter is worth it.

[Tracywest1964]

Thank you so much for your replies. Very grateful for the advice and information u have both provided, I am very scared and worried about my daughter, we have seen our GP and he has referred my daughter to see a councillor. In the meantime I will do whatever I possibly can to help her. Thank you again for helping me on the right path. Forever grateful x