Irritable Bowel Syndrome Message Boards | Re: I Cried Yet Again.....

Angela, I don't think I can really come up with any other tips besides those already given. I would definately print out some information (maybe from the Internet and/or Heather's books) and really try to have a heart to heart with your parents. Cyring really helps. Once you get into how IBS makes you feel (unconfident, scared, helpless, alone,not to mention the actual physical pain) maybe they can understand a little better. I find that it's really difficult for people to know where I'm coming from because my "disease" is not terminal and you can't see evidence of it on my body. People don't "know" the pain we are in when an attack occurs. My boyfriend will lie beside me holding my hand so I can squeeze when the contractions hit. He'll put the heating pad on me and get me water. He hates it that I'm hurting and I think if you can really drill it into your parent's heads what's happening they'll hate that you're hurting. Tell them how much the support of the boards helps you and how great it would be if you had some support at home. I'm not sure how old you are (it sounds like you're pretty young) but can you buy some of your own "safe" foods? OR - the most drastic - move out. Let them know how much stress affects you and how great it would be if they could help you. Another thought - can you see any type of counselor (school or private)? I have my MA in Guidance Counseling and I can't tell you how important it is to talk to someone who's paid to listen. Good luck and keep posting. We're always here for you.

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