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I think i might be anorexic because people keep telling me that i'm really skinny. the other part of me is obsessed with losing weight. i just want to know is this anorexia and if it is what to do?

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May be: If you are really thin and still obsessed with losing weight you need psychological evaluation and counselling.

Answered 7/20/2013

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