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I feel mildly depressed and barely eat. i'm almost 20, weigh about 100lbs and am 5'8. how do i over come this eating problem?

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Dr. Kathryn Ko answered

Counseling: Eating disorders are not as rare as you might imagine. Many ppl suffer from these. Seek the help of a therapist who can help not only the lack of appetite but treat depression as well.

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Answered 4/1/2015

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A member asked:

I feel mildly depressed and barely eat. i'm almost 20, weigh about 100lbs and am 5'8. how do i over come this eating problem?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Kathryn Ko answered

Dr Arnold and another doctor agreed

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