This forum is set up as a place for support. It is VERY important that it is kept safe and non-triggering for members. So, it is necessary to have some rules.
Rules are set to keep this a safe place for members. Mentioning of numbers, calorie intake, clothing sizes, and symptoms leads to competition between members. Eating Disorders feed off of this. So closing and/or editing these type of posts are not to impede on your freedom of speech but rather to keep from feeding into the disorders.
It is also necessary for your safety to not allow posts talking about suicide. These type of posts are closed and referred to a listing of suicide hotlines for real-life support.
A few things to keep in mind:
- It is VERY important that members show respect toward each other. EDO will not tolerate rude comments.
- This isn't a forum to bash yourself. Topics that are only used to give negative comments about yourself will be closed. It's not 'you' talking.
- NEW - When making posts, please be sure to be clear. Do not post using slang or "cell phone" shortcuts. It makes it very hard to decipher posts and be able to allow all members to properly read and respond to posts.