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I don't want them to talk to me, and when I do sit down it's as if I can feel them judging the way I eat. This usually makes me not eat anything during the day because I am still in high school and the the only option I have is to eat with about 20 other people .-.
What you are describing sounds like a symptom of Social anxiety disorder to me.
Some people in high school can be exceptionally judgmental. They're always looking for flaws in other students, so they can rip them apart in a pathetic attempt to distract everyone from their own flaws.
It's completely unfair for you. Don't let a bunch of kids dictate how you eat food---------food, which is a basic human necessity. You are better than that.
Like another user mentioned, talk to your school counselor about this. They might have some helpful options for you.
Why would you think they are watching YOU eat?" Aren't they eating too, talking to friends; living their own lives?
Trust me, they haven't any interest at all in how, what or where YOU eat. You just aren't that important to them.
But, hey, it's probably a good way to lose weight; only eating in private.
I used to eat in the toilets for this reason. Any way you could do that? Otherwise, try and sit in a corner or with people younger than you...they seem less judging.