Eating Disorders My Childs Anorexia Has Turned Our Marriage Upside Down

When your child is diagnosed with an eating disorder your life gets turned upside down. child marriage Your relationship with your spouse changes in ways you never could have imagined. How does your relationship with your spouse change We all know that with each child you have, there is less time and energy for your spouse. What about when one of your children develops anorexiaFor one thing you are both thrown into circumstances that you have no idea how to deal with. You both may have opinions about how this happened, how serious it is, and what you should do about it if anything. An eating disorder can divide parents almost quicker than a physician can say the words. If there is already conflict or some division in the marriage, the eating disorder can serve as one more wedge in your relationship. Parents are often compelled for the sake of their child to change their work schedules which can cause stress. Sometimes employers are sympathetic and flexible and sometimes they are not. How employers react to your requests for change will impact your spouse and your marriage. You're employer's response may also impact your financial situation. You may have to take cuts in pay or work fewer hours which will bring in less money. When you need money the most, you may have less to help pay for your child's medical and emotional expenses. This brings added stress to an already difficult and frightening situation. What if you disagree about how serious this eating disorder is One parent can feel terrified and adamant about seeking help