Advice Column: Helping a Teenager Who Turned to Emotional Eating After Family Breakdown
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A Slovak parenting advice column addresses the case of a 15-year-old girl who gained significant weight following a stressful period triggered by her parents' separation two years ago. The mother, writing in for guidance, recognizes that her daughter's weight gain is linked to emotional distress — including stress, grief, and a lost sense of security — rather than simple lifestyle choices. The column explores how parents can support children who use food as emotional comfort, without reducing the issue to a matter of diet or appearance.