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How can I stop my friend from eating for comfort?

my friend is depressed and recently she told me she comfort eats. she is by no means fat but I can see this in itself is making her depressed. I cant exactly say stop eating because im sure she thought of that. any ideas on what to advise her?

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Answer #1

100 percent agree with lela try to keep her mind off it. then if that fails have a sserious talk telling her tthat you want her to see a doc

Answer #2

Comfort eating is often associated with depression. She needs to speak to her doctor, He will recommend councelling and/or medication. She does need to talk through her problems to a professional.

Answer #3

Try to get your friend to eat 5 small rather than 3 larger meals every day. This should help to keep her blood sugar levels stable and her mood on an even keel. Also drinking water when she thinks she is hungry might help her. A visit to her GP could be very helpful just to talk but her doctor may feel her needs medication. But this is something she should discuss and not be fobbed off with. I hope she has a sympathetic GP. Best wishes.

Answer #4

Try doing some activities with her. I’ll take her mind of those problems. If she decides that she need to see a Doc, offer to go with her. That might help her feel better.

Answer #5

thanks guys

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