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Eating disorder/ hysteria!?
Before nyone points it out, I know there're threds for this already, but I couldn't find anything relevant to myself on them and also they were so long, I tink my post would just get lost on the thread!
From what I've read, I seem to have some of the symptoms of binge eating, in that I sometimes overeat and feel pretty crappy about myself after. I sometimes do purge after, but it's not exactly forced. (this is kind of strange), but I can bring it up myself, without sticking my fingers down my throat etc.
The thing is, and I'm not just saying this, I don't have self esteem issues. Sure I feel down or whatever & sometimes or feel a bit inferior, blah,blah,blah, but I'm a teenager!I don't think I have to put up with much in my life that would/could contribute to an eating disorder.
All the same I'm finding it difficult to stop.
Has anyone else experienced anything similar? Is this an eating disorder or am I just looking for a problem where there is none!?Id appreciate any input
From what I've read, I seem to have some of the symptoms of binge eating, in that I sometimes overeat and feel pretty crappy about myself after. I sometimes do purge after, but it's not exactly forced. (this is kind of strange), but I can bring it up myself, without sticking my fingers down my throat etc.
The thing is, and I'm not just saying this, I don't have self esteem issues. Sure I feel down or whatever & sometimes or feel a bit inferior, blah,blah,blah, but I'm a teenager!I don't think I have to put up with much in my life that would/could contribute to an eating disorder.
All the same I'm finding it difficult to stop.
Has anyone else experienced anything similar? Is this an eating disorder or am I just looking for a problem where there is none!?Id appreciate any input
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Squelchy
Do you have any idea what it is that makes you do it? What goes through your mind before you pig out?
Sorry to be so vague, but not really! I'd never set out with the intention of doing it, I'd just eat something and then eat something else etc...I used to be such a disciplined person when it comes to eating etc, and wouldn't have a problem avoiding junkfood etc, but it's like an impule, you know?Not sure if I'm just being weak-willed though!
Jaydigity
Sorry to be so vague, but not really! I'd never set out with the intention of doing it, I'd just eat something and then eat something else etc...I used to be such a disciplined person when it comes to eating etc, and wouldn't have a problem avoiding junkfood etc, but it's like an impule, you know?Not sure if I'm just being weak-willed though!
I think you have a disorder. What you're doing doesn't sound healthy at all and very bad for your body.
~Rogue~
I think you have a disorder. What you're doing doesn't sound healthy at all and very bad for your body.
Okay that's what I'm afraid of, but I really don't feel as though the problem is quite as serious as the eating disorders that people have, has anyone experienced something similar to whatI described in my post? Im also kind of hoping that by actually writing this down (just short of saying it out loud), it'll make it a bit more real, maybe strenthen my resolve etc
You can have "an eating disorder" and not be strictly diagnosable with anorexia etc. But any is serious, as it can affect your health.
If you are worried, then do see a doctor or counsellor. They're specially trained and can see if you do need help, or are just paranoid. Even if you don't have an ED you may still beneift from some form of help, such as counselling.
I've had EDNOS for several years (I bet everyone's looking confused now!) and basically I flit between all of the usually eating disorders.
If you are worried, then do see a doctor or counsellor. They're specially trained and can see if you do need help, or are just paranoid. Even if you don't have an ED you may still beneift from some form of help, such as counselling.
I've had EDNOS for several years (I bet everyone's looking confused now!) and basically I flit between all of the usually eating disorders.
Maybe its like a drug addiction. I've had problems with bullimia/anorexia, but I had self esteem issues. Once I started, I couldn't stop because it made me feel good, but only for a while. And then the comedown was awful.
are you female? because female hysteria is quite different... 
but on a much more serious note it is very serious issue- i am also sure not why i binge purge etc as was also disciplined dunno what to do really as feel quite ashamed seeking help i know for me its a serious matter - havent had a period for over 4 months now. so ill prob get lambasted on here for it but people dont really understand what its like utill they develop it because i was of those people who kinda frowned upon EDs, basically you may feel youre in control most of the time but i assure you it wont last and its better to go get help asap unlike some people (grr 
). the sooner you seek help the easier itll be to overcome youre issues.
but on a much more serious note it is very serious issue- i am also sure not why i binge purge etc as was also disciplined dunno what to do really as feel quite ashamed seeking help i know for me its a serious matter - havent had a period for over 4 months now. so ill prob get lambasted on here for it but people dont really understand what its like utill they develop it because i was of those people who kinda frowned upon EDs, basically you may feel youre in control most of the time but i assure you it wont last and its better to go get help asap unlike some people (grr ). the sooner you seek help the easier itll be to overcome youre issues.To hanah and ndru, do you still suffer from the same problem? If it's abated, what did you do to combat the problem? Thanks.
To annonymous poster, you seriously shpuldn't feel shame as a barrier to seeking help, Im sure that medical professionanls would be sympathetic and sensitive to your problems
To annonymous poster, you seriously shpuldn't feel shame as a barrier to seeking help, Im sure that medical professionanls would be sympathetic and sensitive to your problems
I knew someone with binge eating disorder. She has similar eating habits and was obsessed with calories. I think its actually the most common disorder but its not diagnosed as easily as some of the others (could be wrong though) and the main risk is becoming obese. Maybe you should speak to a doctor or councillor about whats making you eat like this.
ForumFreak
I knew someone with binge eating disorder. She has similar eating habits and was obsessed with calories. I think its actually the most common disorder but its not diagnosed as easily as some of the others (could be wrong though) and the main risk is becoming obese. Maybe you should speak to a doctor or councillor about whats making you eat like this.
What did your friend do to get over this problem? Was she in denial about it, or did he herself realise she had a problem?
Like others have said, just because you may not fit into either the 'anorexia nervosa' or 'bulimia' categories it does not mean that you do not have an eating disorder.
I think that eating disorders just mean that you have an unhealthy relationship with food (although I think that food is not the underlying cause).
You may find this website of use to you, it contains information on different eating disorders (not just anoriexia and bulimia):
http://www.edauk.com/Home
I think that eating disorders just mean that you have an unhealthy relationship with food (although I think that food is not the underlying cause).
You may find this website of use to you, it contains information on different eating disorders (not just anoriexia and bulimia):
http://www.edauk.com/Home
Jaydigity
To hanah and ndru, do you still suffer from the same problem? If it's abated, what did you do to combat the problem? Thanks.
Yes I do, but I've recovered once and I'm going to do it again. I was thinking about my future and how I'd probably get osteoporosis or die before I reached 30 and I realised I don't want that.
hannah_dru
Maybe its like a drug addiction. I've had problems with bullimia/anorexia, but I had self esteem issues. Once I started, I couldn't stop because it made me feel good, but only for a while. And then the comedown was awful.
I've heard the comedown off of 6 pop tarts, a pot noodle and half a chocolate gateau is equivalent to the comedown off of a couple of grams of base.
Jaydigity
Cheers too hannah, I hope you can beat it again. Appreciate the advice
Cheers too hannah, I hope you can beat it again. Appreciate the advice
You're welcome. And thanks
Jaydigity
Thanks friendsfreak, thought that website was really helpful.
You're welcome hun!
Jaydigity
What did your friend do to get over this problem? Was she in denial about it, or did he herself realise she had a problem?
My friend grew out of it when she went to uni. Binge eating disorder wasnt really properly recognized at that time. I dont think its as dangerous as anorexia or bulimia as long as you keep a healthy weight. See the doctor if you think it will help but you might just grow out of it.
ForumFreak
I dont think its as dangerous as anorexia or bulimia as long as you keep a healthy weight.
Actually a lot of people with bulimia are actually often of a normal weight yet they still can still suffer from many health problems:
* tooth decay
* irregular menstruation
* damage to bowel
* constipation
* heart and kidney disease
* intestinal damage
* puffiness – especially face and fingers
* increased hair growth on face and body
* mineral imbalances in the body
information from: http://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/page.cfm?pagecode=PBBFBN#02
http://www.healthsystem.virginia.edu/uvahealth/adult_mentalhealth/edbulim.cfm
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000341.htm#Symptoms
I am not trying to scare the OP as obviously these reactions do not occur immediately. I am merely stating that being of a normal weight does not determine whether someone is healthy or not.
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