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A member asked:
Can someone please give me advice/tips on how to stop abusing laxatives? anything is helpful! im 21 and have been using them since i was 19.
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Laxative abuse: This is usually associated with some type of issue like anorexia or bulemia. You should seek a councilor or practioner qualified with addressing your issue. Address the underlying behaviror and you can control the abuse. No specific fix.
Answered 1/5/2018
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