To what degree is your significant other or family a source of comfort when dealing with your IBS?

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1. Select the level of source of comfort they provide:
- Extremely
  
  37%
  
  6
- Somewhat helpful
  
  25%
  
  4
- Neutral
  
  12%
  
  2
- Not at all
  
  12%
  
  2
- Negatively helpful
  
  12%
  
  2

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January 6Jan 6

Significant other or family members can be either helpful or unhelpful when a person is dealing with IBS, and the nature of these relationships can directly impact symptom severity.

Family support is a crucial part of a strong support network, which can help manage stress and alleviate symptoms.

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January 12Jan 12

I think it because I feel sick and eating is a problem they can not understand why I do this

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January 12Jan 12

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4 hours ago, Jackie Howard said:
I think it because I feel sick and eating is a problem they can not understand why I do this

It's hard to be "sick" all the time and while my family understands and is supportive, I'm sure it gets tiresome for them as they don't know how to help. Perhaps you can tell your family what being supportive looks like. Perhaps it's not asking whether you are hungry or why aren't you finishing your meal.

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