Eating Disorders Support Group

Eating disorders are marked by an obsessive need to control the intake and/or purging of food. This community is dedicated to those struggling on the road to recovery. Join to discuss your experience with others and find support. Get advice, ask questions, and meet others who are going through similar struggles.

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dantesfoxgirl92
dantesfoxgirl92
Hi everyone, my name is Shelby. I was diagnosed with Binge Eating Disorder at the age of 13, but for the past 10 years I've tried my best to ignore that diagnosis, but I finally realize that I do have a problem. I have been stuck between 290lbs and 310lbs for almost 3 years. I know that my boyfriend loves me and doesn't care what size I am, but he deserves the best. I feel embarrassed for him when we're out in public, I've seen pictures of myself and I'm disgusting. I want to get this under control for both of us. It doesn't help that his Dad likes to make fun of my weight, which he knows pisses my boyfriend off. I haven't told my boyfriend that I even have an eating disorder, I have told him that I need his support, which he gives generously.
kathywonders
kathywonders
Welcome Shelby!

Im sure people here can relate to your difficulties - embarrassment about our appearance, embarrassment about our eating disorder and keeping secret about it, being made fun of by relatives etc.

Its great that your boyfriend is supportive. Are you thinking of trying to get into therapy or some other treatment/support? It takes time but it is possible to get over Binge Eating Disorder and other eating disorders.
spacekat
spacekat
Greetings and salutations, Shelby! Welcome to the group - I'm new here, too. But I've already received some wonderful support from new friends here. I was going to ask if you were seeing a therapist - but Kathy already did. Therapy can be SO helpful. On so many levels. I'm right at the beginning of telling my therapist about my ED so we're kind of in the same boat if you start therapy. It's all new to me. Good luck!
red47640
red47640
Welcome Shelby!!! As spacekat has said, we are all here to support each other and it is great to have you :-) I have gone back and forth between anorexia/bulimia and BED and I can so relate to feeling embarrassed around people ad needing to be secretive abut my eating issues. In addition to DS support, in-person therapy is a wonderful resource, and i encourage you to seek help at an eating disorders center or with a counselor who specializes in ED. I think it's so great that your boyfriend supports you-- just remember though that ultimately you are seeking help for YOUR sake. Again, welcome and feel free to message me if you ever want to talk :-)