So I thought I would update as well...

[phoenixrising]

Because I can be added to the list of people that have not been doing well. My binge eating has gotten really bad, and I am pretty steadily gaining weight, which feels awful. And I have been VERY depressed lately, but my therapist finally convinced me to go see my doctor and see about changing my meds. I feel like I am in a black hole that I have no hope of escaping from, and I kind of feel like I don't even want to try. Anyway, I see my primary next week and have some suggestions from my therapist to bring up with her (including a drug that was just FDA-approved for binge eating disorder, although I don't know if she will be willing to prescribe it). I have been sticking with therapy and my group, both of which I have really needed and am lucky to have available to me. I have eaten enough today that I feel physically ill, but I am not really a purger, so I guess I will just keep sitting here and feeling gross.

Also, it would be really helpful if this winter could go ahead and end now...

[Deleted]

I'm sorry you're struggling so. Has your therapist suggested exercise? I think that would help your state of mind significantly. No matter what exercise always boosts our spirits. Please report back, and let us know how you're doing. Hugs to you.

[lovelovelove]

I'm so sorry you're struggling, but glad you're going to therapy and have an appointment with your doctor. Maybe try to put a few outdoor activities on the calendar for a couple of weeks from now as something to look forward to as it (hopefully) warms up.

[phoenixrising]

I do go to the gym, usually four times a week., and I also do a lot of yoga. However, the bad weather has meant the yoga studio has been closed for bad weather a lot, so I am sure missing that has not helped.

Thanks for the support!

[mel]

Hugs! I'm sorry you aren't doing so well. I'm glad you are going to see your doctor and hopefully she will have some suggestions for you in addition to what your therapist and group are already doing for you.

[btay]

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