What can I do about my little sister?

Ok, so my little 7 year old sister, Danielle, is usually a happy, energetic, talkative little girl. But for about a week now, she has been very quiet, not wanting to do anything, looking sad all day, and not eating good at all (she will take like two bites of her food and then be like, "Mommy, I'm not hungry.") I have a feeling that somewhere deep inside, she is really sad or upset about something. But she says nothing is wrong. We (my family) have all asked her if there was something wrong. She says there is nothing wrong, but I think there is. What can I do? It's really making me worried, and Danielle won't tell anyone what is wrong.

For those of you who pray, even if you don't have any advice about what I can do, can you please pray for my little sister? Thanks

PS: I know this is an odd category for this question, but I am trying to post it anywhere I can.

Anonymous2009-07-23T22:42:33Z

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does she have alot of freedom? maybe she was pressured or did something wrong that she is ashamed of and she cant tell anyone. maybe if you comfort her and dont pressure her to tell you but to ask what its about & maybe even tell her things that she didnt know about you and then she will open up if you open up to her.

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Carmen2009-07-24T05:42:54Z

Hm, try having her open up to you. Take her someplace away from the family, someplace quiet where you can have a real conversation and don't just jump straight into the questioning. Start off by talking about normal things like how her days been going, what did she do and slowly work your way up to asking her whats wrong. And do it casually too so she doesn't get suspicious or uncomfortable.

Also maybe take her to the doctors for a quick checkup and make sure she just really isn't coming down with something. I will pray for your sister.

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Heather2009-07-24T05:43:17Z

When my son was having some problems and we took him to a counselor, she got him to talk by playing cards with him. It put him more at ease and since part of his brain was occupied with the game and she seemed "distracted" he opened right up.

Perhaps you could try playing with a game with her and VERY slowly easing it into conversation? Maybe you should even try telling her something that's bothering you and ask her if she has any advice? Perhaps, in an effort to make you feel better, she'll share something back with you?

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Brielle2009-07-24T05:42:18Z

You seem to be doing a good job already. Letting her know you care is the best thing you can do and you seem like you are very caring. You could also make her feel special by hanging out with her or planning a really fun activity next Saturday.

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Anonymous2009-07-24T05:42:55Z

tell her to come to your room for a talk and tell her that no matter what you will not freak out and that you will trust to whatever she tells you. Maybe there is just a small problem like with her friends? I pray for your sister and wish the best for you guys <3 Good Luck

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