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Doing this for my son with a severe eating disorder!

kimcalica
kimcalica Posts: 525 Member
edited January 2 in Motivation and Support
my son has prader will syndrome. it's a chromosomal disorder that effects the hypothalamus and makes it so he never feels satisfied or full when he eats.. he will food seek and keep eating until someone stops him.. or worse.. We will have to keep all food out of sight and Lock all the food away. People with PWS also have low tone. and they don't metabolize calories the way typical people do. so he'll be on a 600 to 900 calorie diet and exercise regimen for life!! . If i don't get control of my own eating and activity level.. I can't control his., it's life and death for him.. and i need to be a great example for him. I want my son to be as healthy and happy as he can be. with no complications. he's just transitioned to food seeking. Time to stop procrastinating!! It's time to get serious!!! for my little guy!

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  • tuulikki30
    tuulikki30 Posts: 99 Member
    I recently watched a documentary on this subject. Quite heartbreaking and devasting to all involved. I applaud your decision to get your own eating and health in order. Regardless how your decisions affect your son, it can only in the long run benefit you both. If you are not healthy, you may not be there for the one who needs you the most.
  • ryansgram
    ryansgram Posts: 693 Member
    What a great thing for you to do. Good luck.
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