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How can I convince my boyfriend to stop stressing about my health?

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Question - (3 November 2009) 2 Answers - (Newest, 3 November 2009)
A female United States age 30-35, anonymous writes:

I don't know what's going on. Ever since my boyfriend found out that I'm about 20 pounds underweight, he has been a bit over-protective than usual. I've explained to him that my doctor has put me on a good diet and I should gain some weight in the coming weeks, but it's like her refuses to listen. For example, today he picked me up from ballet and when we got home my great dane jumped on me (he does that everyday when I get home). I didn't see a problem with it, but my boyfriend did. He scolded him and put him outside.

What could be going on? How can I explain to him that I'm fine?

(By the way, I say "more over-protective than usual" because I do have other health conditions that he seems to stress over. I have iron deficency animia and I struggle with insomnia.)

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A male reader, duce00 United States +, writes (3 November 2009):

duce00 agony auntMen are by nature protective of they're woman. You will never change this and lets be honest, it is very endearing if its is not totally psychotic. Much the same as how women's nurturing quality is absolutely wonderful but can be a nightmare when taken to controlling and nagging.

I think katyayni was quite wise in suggesting you involve him in what you are doing to take care of your health. Men generally respond to action much better than words.

Let him help you, dont just tell him you are fine. Let him feel like he is part of your healing.

Get well may dear!

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A female reader, anonymous, writes (3 November 2009):

Excuse me, I spelled "anemia" wrong.

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