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I went to the USGTF a few years ago and got certified. After having some trouble finding work I talked to the NPGIA they offer a great 9 day program that also includes a great business section. After attending the NPGIA certification it was by far much more informative and educational that the USGTF. I am now working for a golf learning center in Phoenix, AZ. Email me anytime if you have any questions.

If I am 105 lbs, 5'10, 23 year-old male, should I be nervous about eating 3500 cal/day?

First of all, congratulations on one week down! I bet it was the hardest week of your life.

The good news? It probably was. Speaking from personal experience, that first week was definitely the hardest. But now that you've conquered that, you can pretty much do anything!

First of all, I am not going to tell you not to be nervous about gaining weight, because you ARE going to be nervous. That's what eating disorders do. But don't be scared. Even if gaining weight does seem scary, starving yourself to death is much scarier.

As for the calories, I can't say exactly, because I'm a girl and therefore have a different body type. I would honestly just eat as much as you can make yourself be comfortable with, provided that the foods you eat are healthy for you. Concentrate on carbs, for energy, and protein, for building up muscle. Fruit has natural sugars that can satisfy a sweet tooth but are still really healthy for you (and unrefined).

And finally, some resources:

Eating Disorder Referral and Information Center

www.edreferral.com

This is a sponsored site with a large archive of information on

eating disorders and referral information to treatment centers.

Academy for Eating Disorders

www.aedweb.org

An organization for healthcare professionals in the eating

disorders field. The academy promotes research, treatment,

and prevention of eating disorders. Their Web site lists current

clinical trials and general information about eating disorders.

National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA)

www.nationaleatingdisorders.org

This organization is the largest non-profit organization in the

United States dedicated to supporting those affected by eating

disorders and being a catalyst for prevention, cures and access

to quality care. NEDA develops prevention programs for a

wide range of audiences, publishes and distributes educational

materials, operates a toll-free eating disorders Information

and Referral Helpline which links callers to vital information

and treatment. The searchable database of treatment providers

throughout the U.S. and Canada is also available on the website.

Perfect Illusions

www.pbs.org/perfectillusions/index.html

These Public Broadcasting System web pages are based on a

NOVA television program documentary. The site provides

information on eating disorders with personal stories and links

to treatment resources.

Something Fishy

www.something-fishy.org

This Web site gives detailed information on most aspects of

eating disorders: defining them, preventing them, finding treat-

ments, and paying for recovery. Useful links to related articles

and stories are provided.

Voices not Bodies

www.voicesnotbodies.org

An all-volunteer organization dedicated to eating disorders

awareness and prevention.

I wish you the best of luck. The strength you must have already exhibited to get this far is really inspirational.

what are options instead of abortion?

Deciding what to do about an unplanned pregnancy can be difficult. Your options, if you don't feel having an abortion is right for you are: parenting, placing the baby for adoption, and temporarily placing the baby in foster care. You may wish to talk an professional pregnancy counselor or options counselor if you haven't already. Also, the following organizations are non-profit social service agencies which provide support to women who are pregnant, parenting, or placing for adoption and can connect you with other resources in your area:

America's Pregnancy Helpline

Afraid you’re pregnant? Considering abortion? The Helpline can help. They offer free and confidential pregnancy tests and information about your options. Very good secular emphasis, discusses all choices including abortion nonjudgmentally.

Phone: 1-888-4-OPTIONS or 1-800-672-2296

E-mail: mailto:maph@thehelpline.org

Web Address:

Birthright International

Birthright provides non-religion-based caring, and non-judgmental support to girls and women who are distressed by an unplanned pregnancy. Using its own resources and those of the community, Birthright offers positive and loving alternatives. They provide friendship and emotional support, free pregnancy testing, and maternity and baby clothes. They also give information and referrals to help clients meet legal, medical, financial, and housing needs. All Birthright services are free, absolutely confidential, and available to any woman regardless of age, race, creed, economic or marital status. 900 centers in the USA/Canada. Some in South Africa and Colombia.

Phone: 1-800-550-4900 (24hrs/7 days a week)

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Home Page:

1-800-550-4900

CareNet International/Pregnancy Centers/OptionLine

A non-profit organization supporting a network of over 600 Christian-based pregnancy centers across the United States and Canada. These centers offer free pregnancy tests, peer-counseling, post abortion support and other practical help to women and men facing pregnancy-related concerns.

Phone: 1-800-395-HELP (1-800-395-4357) 24hrs/7 days a week

E-mail: answers@optionline.org

Web Addresses: or

Heartbeat International

Phone: 1-800-395-HELP

Other non-critical services, 1-888-550-7577

E-Mail: mailto:msupport@heartbeatinternational.org

Web Address:

The Nurturing Network

"The objective of the Nurturing Network is not a political one, but a most practical one: to ensure that every woman knows that the resources she needs in order to continue her pregnancy are available by calling the Network's toll free number: 1-800-TNN-4MOM. Volunteer members form an extensive employment, medical, educational, counseling and residential network which enables a mother to continue the life of her unborn child without sacrificing her own hopes and dreams. Services include medical assistance, financial assistance, nurturing homes, educational programs, employment & adoption counseling, preparation for parenthood. Staffed during normal business hours, specializing in help for college and professional women; 32,000 volunteer members (nurses, doctors, social workers).

Phone: 1-800-866-4666

Address: PO Box 1498, White Salmon, WA 98672

E-mail: tnn@nurturingnetwork.org

Web Address:

National Adoption Information Clearinghouse

330 "C" Street, S.W.

Washington, DC 20447

Phone: (703) 352-3488

Toll-free: 1-888-251-0075

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