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Depression and My Weight Loss Journey

appleanna82
appleanna82 Posts: 11 Member
edited December 2024 in Getting Started
Anyone dealing with depression and trying to lose weight? It is so hard! I would appreciate any friends for support.

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  • Cahgetsfit
    Cahgetsfit Posts: 1,912 Member
    I did when I started. Now the depression bit has finally gone.

    However - not diagnosed as clinical depression or on meds (though I probably should have at one point)

    I had post-natal depression and took me forever to even realise it.

    When i started weight-losing it was hard. And it still is - I occasionally still find myself reaching for food if I am feeling down. I'm just glad that I don't feel down like that very often anymore.

  • pkwonlakegirl
    pkwonlakegirl Posts: 1 Member
    Totally. I have depression, anxiety, and some self issues and depression wins out every time. I know eating better and exercising will make me feel better, but sometimes (most of the time) I just can't do it.
  • skinnymeagain1
    skinnymeagain1 Posts: 2 Member
    I am diagnosed with depression and anxiety
    It's in control bc of the meds I am on but they cause weight gain
    Weight issues are an uphill battle for me
  • Saitaina
    Saitaina Posts: 2 Member
    Clinically depressed AND a recovering bulmic, I get all the horrible thought and lack of urge.
  • appleanna82
    appleanna82 Posts: 11 Member
    I totally understand the medication and weight gain issue. That's how I became grossly overweight when I was 16. I have stayed overweight and I'm 34 now. I have lost 34 pounds since January but it's be quit the struggle.
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