Joined: 12 Dec 2007 Posts: 1 Location: Garnet Valley, Pennsylvania, USA
Starting At Renfrew Sometime Soon Posted: 12-12-07 18:11pm
I just told my mom about half an hour ago
about my ED.
I think she was in denial about it and
didn't want to approach me about it,
because there's really no way she couldn't
have known about it.
She's going to call Renfrew Center in
Radnor, Pa tomorrow and I'll probably
start there sometime soon.
I'm really scared. What should I expect
when I get there?
People who have gone through treatment,
your input is really appreciated.
(Most likely doing outpatient, because
that is what I want)
Ive never been inpatient for my eating
disorder, almost did but thankfuly i didnt
end up there. First off you will prob want
to see your dr and get your vitamin levels
checked and everything to see how healthy
or not healthy you are, i beleive they do
check you over to let you be inpatient, if
your weight is dangerously low or your at
risk for health problems. Sometimes if you
arent doing that bad with the eating
disorder they may recommend an outpatient
program or therapy sessions, it alll
depends on your situation.
Im happy that you told your mom about it,
its hard but you feel so much better once
they know. SOmetimes our parents wont
reach out until you reach out for help
yoursel fbecause it does nogood to you or
anyone if your not ready for recovery, you
cant force someone to recover they have to
be ready themselves. I wish you the best
in your recovery and we are all her for
you if you ever need to talk or find
yourself struggling.
