I'm concerned about my friend?
413962
This is a tough one. Teenagers can be moody and self-conscious. The eating thing could pertain to her being self-conscious about her weight or having others see her eat. It sounds like she is self-conscious about her looks- could some of the other issues be communications issues. \n\nShe does sound a bit eccentric and could be targeted by bullies.\n\nOR she could be developing a mental health issue. You could try talking to her again, but she may not be ready to hear it.
518170
First rule of thumb. Don't let people walk all over you or make you 2nd guess yourself. If you know that you did nothing wrong than I wouldnt let it bother you and maybe start looking for a new friend because it doesnt sound like she is much of a friend. If my real friends had a problem with me they would tell me what was going on and how they felt. And you have every reason to treat her as she treats you.
692452
4 all the idiots out there her question was:\n\nsometimes i worry about my best friend so much that he thinks im trying to protect him,?\nbut the truth is i am trying to protect him. i luv him to death. he tells me to chill out, he dosnt want me getting an olsar am i just too worried or what. does he think im crazy? \n\nAdditional Details\n\n1 hour ago\nhe just had surjery and i was nervous all of that day. for some reason i think something bad would happen and i wouldnt have him anymore. (ive been friends with him since he was 2)\n\nAnd i wil say that tell him that "i was just scared and worried if something bad hapened to u, and i m ur friend so i care about u, all my life i have been ur  friend, so doesnt that doesnt that mean anything to me?" he will understand, u r right, i mean u were just scared and worried about him , especialy wen he was havin a surgery and plus u have been wit him 4 a loooong time so u were scared 2 loose him. thats all, it happens...dont worry\ngood luck
42471
The damage is done - you've already ****** him, so now you need to have some respect for your friend and tell her the truth. You're too worried about what she'll say to YOU, and how YOU'll feel. . . when what you should really be concerned about is how she's going to take the fact that you've been lying behind her back for the past while. Just fess up already - you'll BOTH feel a lot better in the end about it.
375791
you are such a friend and i hope i have one just like you, but sadly the only thing you can do is give your own thoughts about their relationship and where you you think it is headed, other than that you can't do anything beyond what you are permitted to do,. and you can never impose upon them what you would want to happen in their relationship. it is up to them to decide so long as you are there and guiding them is just what the doctor would recommend.
742244
If you are indeed a good friend of his then yes..I think you should tell him what you are seeing. But do it with kindness. No accusations...no saying things like you are living your life all wrong. You need to go in gently or you will put him on the defense. Something like.."hey Joe..I've been worrying about you lately. Seems you've been spending more money than you seem to have coming in. I'd really hate to see you get into financial hot water and lose more than you have.  Maybe we could set ourselves up with a finance therapist who can help us figure out how to fix this before it's out of control."  At least that way he sees that you are concerned and willing to help him. Not judging him. Good luck!
298992
if he does it routinely and often he could have bipolar and could be holding on to something deeper than you think when he is your friend try and get close to him and be his friend and explain what kind of hardship he is causing you and how you feel about it try and steer him into a hobbie or do more things with him.
551343
A good friend should be able to tell her friend anything.  If you really feel that she is making herself look bad, then it might be a good idea to let her know that you care about her and voice your concerns in a tactful manner.  She might not react well as it sounds like she gets validation through her actions.  But it might get her to start thinking about why she feels the need to advertise her personal life.
135911
Tell her that it is extremely dangerous to her/his health. If you dont want to be around him, tell him/her that. If they are a truly good friend, they would value your friendship. Get some facts and pictures if you can and show them to her/him.
386657
I suspect HE isn't MUCH YOUR FRIEND if you disclose that publically,,,NOR SHOULD HE consider you as such.\n\n   If he has an anomoly, he should seek help from a medical professional, and I have to assume he didn't ask you to ask us, here, in this public forum.\n\n  To all you who answer negatively,,, GROW THE H UP, Yikes\n\nRev. Steven
785466
look there is no harm in being friends is there? B must be feeling quite down. come at least be his friend. tell him everything. better he hears it from you than from an outside source
669592
Your friend should Know
1163025
Whatever you do you should handle it calmly and spare his feelings. Because right now like you said he hasn't gone too far but yes if you fear it will go beyond what you want it to be then is best to resolve it quickly. handle this face to face and be strong about it. Tell him that you feel that your friendship with him seems a little too personal and it makes you feel bad and you do not want to feel bad at all. That you cherish the friendship but it will never be anything but a friendship. If he can not understand or accept it then I suggest you end it completely.
755538
try and be subtle and not hurt her feelings when you talk to her about it, the last thing you want to do is ruin your friendship with her.\nif she is a true friend she might listen to you, but i really do feel that all you can do is tell her gently how you feel, and if she choses to do nothing about it, then all you can do is sit back and wait until she comes to you for help.\n\ngood luck with it
185749
Ask your friend if everything is ok and explain your fears to her.Tell her you are concerned for her safety and you dont want anything bad happening to her. Tell her that if he is abusing her then you and her can go and get help together as a team and that everything will workout for the best.\nI hope everything works out.
995791
Make sure your friend knows you care about her, and your response was out of fear for her.  Talk to her, and be there for her.  Encourage her to talk to a counselor, to get some help.  Cutting is usually a sign of some deeper issue.
590298
You should ask her whats bothering her and talk to her about it. Maybe shes depressed and she just needs someone to ask her "Whats wrong?". Listen to her and maybe there is something else going on there.\n\nIf I ever had a best friend who was acting differently than normal. I would worry and try to find out whats going on.