I am concerned

 I am concerned. My daughter is severly overweight and at a critical point in her life where suicide is a thought, and self hatred is a lifestyle. No one, especially her peers, know the extent of her pain, her self loathing, and her longing to be like other girls her age. No longer does she enjoy things she once loved, like swimming, or sports, or buying new clothes. The mirror and the scale have become her enemy, and even refusal to seek medical care when needed, because she may have to step up on a scale, is a concern. Next week my daughter goes a residentual treatment center for adolescent eating disorders. I am going to document her success, and I say success because I refuse to believe in anything BUT success for my daughter. My heart is torn to shreds watching this 14 yr. old struggle with every day life that we all take for granted. She is brave, she is talented and these blogs will continue as she endeavors on a journey into the discovery of herself. Below is a little history explaining about childhood eating disorders. Read and educate yourselves...