Late yesterday evening we finally managed to pin Ben down to give him his birthday presents! Ben was 24 yesterday and had spent the past 24+ hours partying with his friends, both old and new. After dropping off the final friend at their house, he popped into the supermarket and returned with a feast of party food which we ate together in front of the fire and TV after handing Ben his birthday presents.
And this time, Ben had actually enjoyed himself!
What a contrast to the solitary eating disorder years...
I have photos of past birthdays and Christmases... 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012... Ben opening his presents alone without any plans to do anything except spend the day with the family.
So the contrast over the past couple of days has been massive.
And very positive.
I wish you all a peaceful, happy and eating disorder free Christmas.
Want information on eating disorders in boys? Worried your son has an eating disorder? What are the signs of eating disorders in boys? In 2009 my 15-year-old son developed anorexia. Now aged 31 and with a MSc in Psychology he is recovered & working in mental health using his experiences to help others. I help to raise awareness of eating disorders in boys, point parents to helpful resources & talk about how eating disorders can traumatise families.
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