First of all, how do you feel about the diagnosis? Do you agree with it? A lot of doctors are not trustworthy at seeing and being able to interpret what they see when you are feeling very sick.

I have been diagnosed with borderline, PTSD, severe anxiety, generalized anxiety disorder, body dysmorphic disorder, bipolar and major depression personality in acute phase. My first suicide attempt was when I was 12. I am not bragging but just in awe at how much in denial everyone was about how sick I really was, how my depression came so early and from it and my environment, many of the other illnesses developed.

I am on a lot of medications, see a therapist weekly and a psychiatrist monthly. I have not self injured for three years now.

I empathize deeply with your situation. You are at the beginning of a long journey. But I don't believe that it has to have an unhappy ending. You did not mention any of your strengths, of which I am sure you have many. I am a painter, a poet, a writer, a mother, and have been with my husband for 31 years. He is understanding and supportive of my problems.

I would like you to add me as a friend, because my mental health is more important to me than any weight or other issues, and I think we have a lot in common. But I don't want to push myself on you.

Hang in there.

While those are not my diagnosis's, I do want to hop in here and let you know you're not alone. Returning to life after being in the hospital is always dizzying. *hugs*

*bump* Sorry the general forms aren't getting the point of your public post. I feel for you. Sometimes we need to branch out to find what we need. I think you're brave for talking about it.

Bipolar with anxiety. 3 months into taking lithium, which I'm paranoid about making me gain weight. Better than dealing with bipolar symptoms though. I understand the difficulties that can come with mental health, even if it's different than yours. I wish you all luck with your journeys.