Helplines in Guangdong, China.

Hotline support for eating disorders and body image issues is available in Guangdong, China

If you're always disatisfied with the way your body looks and you've tried to control how it looks in harmful ways, then you may have an eating disorder. There are 2 hotlines in Guangdong, China that help with body image and eating problems. If these symptoms sound familiar, reach out for free support:

• Cutting out certain foods or food groups all of a sudden.
• Lying to others about whether you have eaten so you can skip meals.
• Sudden weight loss or weight gain.
• Experiencing strong negative emotions when thinking about your body.
• Regularly checking your body in the mirror for flaws.
• Weighing yourself often, sometimes every day or even multiple times a day.
• Bruising easily with bruises taking longer to fade.
• Growth of a fine layer of hair on the body called lanugo.

Eating disorders can be all-consuming. When you become preoccupied with controlling your weight and what you eat, other important aspects of life can fall by the wayside. It can be an extremely isolating experience.

Talking to someone about what you're experiencing can bring up uncomfortable feelings. You may wonder whether a stranger will understand you or how they can help. Crisis line counselors in Guangdong, China are trained to help people cope with problems like yours. They will listen to you, support you, and give you appropriate guidance.

If you are ready to talk to someone about your eating or body image, you can contact a hotline in Guangdong, China for free and confidential support.