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712314 tn?1303098090 No, it is not likely that you've gained 20 pounds. You labelled your post correctly: "body image". Feeling big is a part of your eating disorder. First of all, congratulations on making it through the holidays without purging or restricting! Give yourself a pat on the back! What I would suggest you do now is get ongoing support to strengthen your recovery.
Avatar f tn I am 13 weeks 4 days and have gained about 10lbs. I go back and forth between gaining and losing bc i have been so sick. At one point I was up 15 lbs, but then couldn't eat for close to a week. I attribute most of my weight gain to chicken tenders.. they were the only thing I could keep down for most of my first trimester and only from a certain restaurant. Lol. I don't feel comfortable in my skin either.
569422 tn?1232497890 basically, i am really happy- THRILLED to be pregnant, but i am struggling with the body changes. i am only 11wks and im a DDD boob and an entire size larger in pants. i have always been weight conscious and this is very challenging for me. any advice?
Avatar f tn body image and eating, hunger etc. I think I have had a bit of distortional thinking re: body image (critical of myself and others) for many years. I want to go to my MD and possibly change my meds as I dont think it is time yet to go off them totally. (Oh, I should also note that I am 51 and am perimenopausal I believe). Could there be a relationship between my Wellbutrin and my increase in obsessional thoughts re: weight/body image and eating?? Could there be relationship to perimenopause?
Avatar f tn Since the birth of my first child I started developing body image issues and spent 2 years dieting and trying to lose weight then getting depressed and gaining weight over and over. (Vicious cycle) well now that I'm pregnant with baby number two I still have them. I have a small bump but I feel like I just look fat. I have only gained 5 lbs or so and have actually fallen behind in my weight gain (should be gaining 1 lb a week and I'm barely gaining 1/2 a lb).
Avatar f tn The three vegetative signs of depression are sleep disturbance, change in appetite (for you a decrease in appetite) and decrease interest in previously enjoyed activities. Individuals with eating disorders have co-occurring disorders, such as, depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, trauma, alcohol or substance abuse, etc. You report being depressed with rapid weight loss, loss of hair and recent loss of menses.
1528249 tn?1291875739 weight, you notice and feel that you are having some troubles with your body image, and eating habits. Not eating for a few days and then eating a whole pizza then throwing it up is not something you should 'deal' with alone. In my opinion you should seek medical advice, which is scary on its own, but then again, if this develops and continues when you are older, serious help problems will follow. I know you're embarrassed, but you don't need to be.
Avatar m tn My chaotic relationship with food dated back to as early as when I was 3, when I used food to stuff my emotions. Since then till I graduated from high schoolPreschooler development Preschooler test Preschooler test or procedure preparation School age child development School age test or procedure preparation School-age children development at 17, I gained weight repeatedly and by the time I entered college my BMI was 30.
Avatar n tn Anorexia and bulimia are both eating disorders that have been associated with a poor self-perception and body image. They can lead to depression and even suicidal tendencies.Depression, thyroid disorders, anxiety stress all can lead to such feelings.Hypoxia, vascular problems, Coarctation of aorta and hypoglycemia are few other causes of syncopal attacks. It is better to seek medical help at the earliest. I hope you find this information useful. Best of luck and regards!
Avatar n tn s eating disorder related, you will need to address the emotional dynamics and eating disorder symptoms. To learn more about eating disorders and level of cares visit the bella vita website.
Avatar f tn It stands for overeaters anonymous but there are usually quite a few girls (and sometimes guys) who have eating disorders or even are recovering from eating disorders. The idea with OA is to have "abstinence" from disordered behaviors. If you cannot afford a counselor this is probably your best bet. It is free but they do ask for donations, if you cant afford that do not worry no one judges, thats the great part about it. I have met some wonderful supports through OA.
869670 tn?1239964618 You can start with your family doctor. But he or she will, hopefully, refer you to someone who is an expert in eating disorders. You can also try attending a meeting of OA. Just look for Overeater's Anonymous in your phonebook to find out where the next meeting is. Don't let the title fool you, OA is for people with all different kind of eating disorders and is a great source of support from people who understand. I have been in recovery from my eating disorder for 15 years.
Avatar f tn ll see a SPECIALIST who deals with eating disorders so he/she can help you overcoming the eating issues and get back to healthier eating habits and a weight that will allow your body to function properly. Again, I'm VERY proud of the progress you've made and hoping that you'll get the help you need to make even more. 17 is a wonderful year, and if you get help to resolve the eating/body image issues, 18 will be even better! Good luck to you & again Happy Birthday!!!!
Avatar f tn t cheat just because they watch porn. My husband loves me and loves my body (both pregnant and not pregnant) but still watches porn on occasion and there is nothing wrong with that. Sometimes they just want a quick release or may even have a fantasy or something that they are embarrassed to share.
579258 tn?1250649343 I have wide hips, so by the time I get a pair of jeans that fit my hips, they are hanging everywhere else and make me look bigger than I am! I am working on my body image and I have a lot more confidence since I have lost 40 lbs, but I still have a long way to go before I feel comfortable in clothes and how they look.
Avatar f tn My bf hasn't made me feel bad about my body but I do not let him see me naked I cover up real quick when he walks in on me and he gets mad I cover up bc he says I'm pregnant and obviously my body is different right now but i just hate my body right now i use to show off my body to him before pregnancy bc I had no stretch marks and wasn't fat but now I'm just very insecure I have very low self esteem right now but I wouldn't trade it for nothing in the world my baby means more
Avatar f tn Ladies, these are our battle scares! Wear them proudly! We've been blessed with the gift of giving life. That's a mirical in itself. Yea so we get stretch marks, sore and some times saggy boobs and a body that wasn't quite pre baby. But guess what? It will get back to normal but they scares are still there. Rock what you've got! You won't see me hiding in sweat pant or a hoodie the rest of my life. Why should you?
4541252 tn?1388919237 From what you write it does sound like you are struggling with body image issues connected with self-esteem. And attempting purging behavior to rid weight and perhaps get rid of negative feelings. And also looking external to the media and magazines to define your beauty inside and out. These are common signs of an eating disorder.
Avatar f tn t say you have an eating disorder per say but you definitely have a distorted body image. This usually stems from control issues and needs psychological attention. You should seek out counseling to see why you feel the need to have so much control.
284738 tn?1283106819 I know what you mean--things are worse and more magnified when you're pregnant and your body is changing. Hormones could have some to do with it, but he should be extra respectful of you especially during this time. You should tell him how it made you feel.............how would he feel if he caught you looking at naked men on the computer?? And I mean hot naked men with ripped abs, lol.