Depression and weight gain

Neilbeforezod
Neilbeforezod Posts: 2
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I joined MFP a couple of years ago with a different user name and managed to lose 50 pounds. Then, nearly three months ago, I started piling it back on again. Out of shame I deleted my account as I felt so much guilt about my failure. I have now been diagnosed with depression and am on my first day of medication. I have also been signed off of work for a month as it is believed that it was the stress at work that triggered the problem.
Anyway, I've signed back on with MFP and want to ask for support as I heal my body and mind.

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  • Fig_1946
    Fig_1946 Posts: 98 Member
    Never be ashamed or call yourself a failure! This is a hard struggle that we all face and understand.

    I also deal with serious depression, so I know what you're going through. Just be kind to yourself, and patient. Go slowly with a sensible eating plan...don't be too strict.

    All the best.....I'm pulling for you. :flowerforyou:
  • bvifun
    bvifun Posts: 401 Member
    Hi Neil,

    It sounds like you have been going through a lot. I am going to second Fig's comment about not calling yourself a failure. Depression is an illness that causes lots of issues and, for some of us, that includes weight gain. :frown:

    I am going to send you an invitation to a forum group. We are not very active right now but still you may see that you are not alone in dealing with depression and controlling what we eat both at the same time.
  • Neilbeforezod
    Neilbeforezod Posts: 2
    Been on Citalopram for a week now. Lost my appetite and 7 pounds. Don't feel better yet - only slightly numb around the edges.
  • LoneHulk
    LoneHulk Posts: 39 Member
    Depression is real and not just something in your head. I have a rare genetic disease and it causes depression. It's not fun and not easy. Just remember one word....PERSEVERANCE - Never give up no matter what....ever...never! Anything can be fixed or overcome.
  • McNichols2012
    McNichols2012 Posts: 7
    Neil, the support here is great. I have trolled the forums for a couple of years. All the above comments are true. Makes me wonder if I have been dealing with depression and just didn't know. Hmmm. Anyway Neil, take things One Day At A Time and it will happen.

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