Food Addiction Support Group

An individual suffering from a food addiction disorder frequently experiences episodes of uncontrolled eating, or binging, during which they may feel frenzied or out of control. They will eat much more quickly than is normal, and continue to eat even past the point of being uncomfortably full. Binging in this way is generally followed by a period of intense guilt feelings...

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deleted_user
deleted_user
So i have fully accepted the fact that i have over-eating disorder. all the symptoms are there and obvious. I overeat even when i am satisfied, i binge, i feel depressed and horrible after, i always feel judged. blah blah blah. the problem is my parents dont seem to accept it. i tell my mom that i have this disorder and she just brushes it off because she feels that everything has a name these days and im normal, i just dont have a lot of control. I think to myself i should see a therapist about this but i dont know. this website is basically access to thousands of free therapists so thanks to everyone. ugh
soulsearcher83
soulsearcher83
If you think you should see a therapist go for it. Older generations don't get it that we deal with these things today because society has changed and new conditions are being defined when before they were swept under the rug and not talked about. My dad used to be a lot like your mom in that respect. He's changes a lot, couldn't tell you why but it's easier to talk to him now. Go for it. I saw a therapist for a while and it was one of the best things I could have done for myself. Actually I'm thinking about going back because I am under a lot of stress.
deleted_user
deleted_user
take your own intuition seriously and get yourself checked out. my parents didn't take mer seriously either, and here i am ten years later still dealing with it! better sooner than later, dear. With all respect for your mother, she might simply be ignorant concerning binge eating disorder, as it is something that has only recently been named as a medical condition.
deleted_user
deleted_user
I can relate. I'm so scared to tell people. I'm afraid they won't believe me, or won't understand. I can't tell you how many times I've wished and prayed for a different addiction. Something like narcotics or alcohol. . . something more acceptable that people can understand. Crazy, I know.

When I first realized that I had an eating disorder and that there was something very wrong with me when it came to food, I sunk into a very deep depression. It was so overwhelming and scary for me to come to terms with.

It helps to talk to people. If you don't think people will be supportive or understanding, then find someone who will. For me, that is a therapist and an OA fellowship. This week I plan on telling my doctor everything, which is definitely another scary step. But slowly, I think it needs to come out.

So yeah. . . talk to someone. If it can't be your parents, then make it someone else. Therapists are usually very unbiased and supportive :)
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