Journal Entry for September 9, 2007
September 9, 2007 9:52pm
Well, school and all its responsibilities has truly geared up. I'm now in the third week, but it feels like the third month--did summer …
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About Me
Until recently, I would not admit (even after being diagnosed) that I have issues (compulsive overeating and bipolar II). Now, I will accept help (reticently) and give help (generously and to the best of my ability). I'm a college student going into my senior year--the "real" world and its responsibilities are near, and I want to be able to handle both better, with a healthier, happier life.
Until recently, I would not admit (even after being diagnosed) that I have issues (compulsive overeating and bipolar II). Now, I will accept help (reticently) and give help (generously and to the best of my ability). I'm a college student going into my senior year--the "real" world and its responsibilities are near, and I want to be able to handle both better, with a healthier, happier life.
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books, movies, music, talking, sports, health & fitness, outdoors, knitting, comic book heroes, summer, beaches, Old Time Radio shows, FUN!
books, movies, music, talking, sports, health & fitness, outdoors, knitting, comic book heroes, summer,
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Journal Entry for September 5, 2007
September 5, 2007 9:35am
The support on this site truly brightens my day :)
I haven't been good about keeping up with others' journals, and will be sure to set …
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Journal Entry for September 3, 2007
September 3, 2007 1:49pm
First off, thanks for the hugs & support.
Now that I've cycled through (3 days of depression and binging and some laxatives), I can see things …
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Journal Entry for August 28, 2007
August 28, 2007 9:44am
So, I haven't checked in for awhile. I had to pack for and move into college. So far, knock on wood, things are going well. I had …
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how are you love? i haven't talked to you in so long!!! i hope everything is going well! you are amazing!!!
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How are things??? Just wanted to check in with you after the holidays......Hope all is well.....
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Sending a little EXTRA hug to help get through the holiday season, I know things can be extra tough for some of us right now....
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Hope you had a great holiday!
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Close Eating Disorders
Type: PicaUntil about 7 years ago, I was fit, healthy, and happy. Then I developed bipolar II. Now, I am a compulsive overeater. Recently, I lost 30 lbs, only to gain 15 back. I've returned to bad habits that I formed over the past 7 years. I hope this support network will help me lose 15-20 lbs in these coming months (maybe another 10 to hit the middle of the healthy range for my height and age) and, this time, keep it off and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Treatments
- Lexapro Somewhat Helpful
- worked for awhile, then had to switch meds when the diagnosis changed from depression to bipolar II.
- Overeaters Anonymous (OA) Too Soon to Tell
- I didn't realize that my problem is so severe until recently; and, even more recently I realized that I can't do this alone.
- Psychotherapy Working / Worked
- I am currently doing some talk therapy. It took awhile for me to get the courage to begin, but I'm so glad that I did.
- Cephalexin Working / Worked
- For Bipolar II. Some side effects, and we're still figuring out the correct dosage of each.
Close Bipolar Disorder
I was diagnosed with bipolar II a year ago. My psychiatrist has helped me with the meds, but I still have so many questions about it. I hope that I can learn from others' experiences and advice.
Open Fitness Goals
Type: Be the best you can beI think that the hardest part is knowing what good choices are, but feeling incapable to make them. I used to be very active and involved in sports and exercise. For the past 7 years, I've been dealing with some issues and am only recently getting back to an active, healthy lifestyle.
Treatments
- Running Working / Worked
- I love it, when I do it. My current Goal: run 3 miles in 27-35 minutes. It'll take time and , but I a lot of sweat, but I hope to get there within 6 months.
- Strength Training Working / Worked
Open Diets & Weight Maintenance
Just because I know what good choices are doesn't mean that I make them. I am interested in health and fitness and will gladly give what advice I can Hopefully we can coach one another and share what works and does not.
Treatments
- Avoid Certain Foods / Chemicals Working / Worked
- Eating Healthier Foods Working / Worked
- Eat Small Meals Frequently Working / Worked
- smaller portions and meals
Open Food Addiction
I'm a compulsive over-eater with bad habits. I feel so ashamed when I binge, but can't stop it. Sometimes, I'll buy food, binge on it, then smuggle the trash out before others can see it and judge me. I broke those habits for awhile, lost 30 lbs, only to return to them and gain 15 back. I hope to offer and receive support and stories. And lose those extra 15 pounds plus 5-10.
Treatments
- Eat Small Meals Frequently Working / Worked
- Smaller meals and portions--it actually helps!
