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Kathryn is becoming increasingly concerned over a recent change in her friend, Emma\u2019s, behaviour. Initially, supportive of Emma\u2019s recent weight loss, there appears to be no end to diet talk, despite her having reached her target several weeks ago. Emma also no longer participates with them in social activities as she did before. In this short scenario, Kathryn calls Emma to invite her out for a pre-wedding dinner for a mutual friend and colleague. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kathryn: Hey Emma, there\u2019s a bash being organized for Mandy in three weeks\u2019 time. As far as I know, there\u2019s a table booked for 7 o\u2019clock at that Greek restaurant on Thistle Street. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are ten of us going, you know, the usual crowd. I put your name down. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Emma: I\u2019m not so sure, Kat. I have got a lot on at work at the moment, and by the time I get to the end of the week, I\u2019m shattered. I\u2019m also still trying to lose a bit of weight. Thanks anyway. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kathryn: Ok. You\u2019ve pulled out of a lot of social stuff lately. It is a bit out of character. Anything you want to talk about? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Emma: Just a bit tired with everything going on at work. It\u2019s pretty manic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kathryn: I know you\u2019ve mention certain times of the year are busier than other times. It seems to have been going on for a couple of months now though and I\u2019ve never noticed that before. You always were the first one to sign up to anything fun social-wise. That seems to have changed. I also thought that you\u2019d reached your target weight, the last time we spoke. Just a bit concerned that your health is fine. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Emma: Oh, please don\u2019t go down that road, Kat. I get enough crap about this from home. They are never happy. I was overweight and now, apparently, I\u2019m underweight. Mum\u2019s at me the entire time about a bloody eating disorder. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kathryn: You are important to so many people, Ems. We\u2019ve known each other forever. You seem to have lost a lot of your spark\u2026your zest for life, if you like. You have always been the life and soul! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kathryn uses complex reflections and empathy with her friend. She comments on the weight loss, reflecting on how she thought Emma had reached her target weight, but places the main focus on Emma\u2019s health. She rolls with resistance when met with irritation at the mere mention of a potential eating disorder, instead choosing to step back and change tack to affirming how important Emma is to many people and the fact that they have noticed a change in her personality and behaviour. She also refers back to those times before the change in Emma\u2019s recent behaviour. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Emma: I don\u2019t like hearing you say that. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kathryn: It makes you feel sad. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Emma: Yeah, kinda. I\u2019m just a bit confused at the moment. My head doesn\u2019t feel as if it\u2019s in a good place. I guess I\u2019m struggling a bit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kathryn: I\u2019m getting the feeling that you are finding life a bit challenging at the moment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

That is tough. I know we haven\u2019t seen as much of each other recently but how would you feel about meeting up a bit more regularly \u2026you know, just for a chat? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Emma: That would be good. I don\u2019t particularly want to go out to the pub but a walk would be nice. Be good to catch up. I feel a bit disconnected from all of you at the moment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kathryn: We do miss you. A walk sounds brilliant. How about next Saturday morning \u2013 I\u2019ll come round to yours. Haven\u2019t seen your mum for ages either. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Emma: As long as you do not mention any talk about bloody eating disorders with her. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kathryn: It\u2019ll be good for us to chat, Em. See you Saturday. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Again, Kathryn uses complex reflections, as she responds carefully to Emma. She is careful not to ask too many questions at this point and certainly backs away from talk about eating disorders. Instead, she empathizes with Emma\u2019s struggles. She then asks her how she would feel about meeting up more often. Emma responds to this positively, on her terms, i.e. a walk as opposed to pub meeting. She chooses to ignore Emma\u2019s comment regarding an eating disorder talk, instead again affirming how good it will be to meet up for a chat. <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Kathryn is becoming increasingly concerned over a recent change in her friend, Emma\u2019s, behaviour. Initially, supportive of Emma\u2019s recent weight loss, there appears to be no end to diet talk, despite her having reached her target several weeks ago. Emma also no longer participates with them in social activities as she did before. In this … <\/p>\n

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