mental health friends?

emptyrooms
emptyrooms Posts: 13 Member
in Motivation and Support
This seems like a weird post, but I'm looking for fellow people who struggle with mental health. I feel like it puts another inconvenience at times. I'm bipolar and my meds cause increased appetite (which I gained a lot from), so I'm trying to figure out ways around that. Plus, it's always nice to know people are in the same boat as you.

I'm 21 if that matters to you!

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  • winterbutterfly4
    winterbutterfly4 Posts: 4 Member
    Have u spoken to a nutrition about your challenges? When I was dealing with postpartum depression- my former supervisor who is a dietitian suggested I go on a gluten free diet. It has helped tremendously. Gluten causes inflammation in the body and may contribute to highs & lows. Just something to look into.
  • PeachesNcreamgal
    PeachesNcreamgal Posts: 357 Member
    I suffer from depression and have been seeking treatment since Sept 2013. I am better now and I don't find your post weird. Mental health is as important as a six pack or a healthy liver! B)
  • jennybearlv
    jennybearlv Posts: 1,519 Member
    I also have bipolar and am losing the medication munchies weight. If you search the old threads you will find more posts similar to this one. It may help to mention the weight gain to your psychiatrist if you haven't already. They can often make little changes to your meds that can make a big difference. I'm adding you as a friend right now.



  • crackpotbaby
    crackpotbaby Posts: 1,297 Member
    Add me. I'm bipolar 1. Currently on lithium only with Diaz for anxiety but have burned through many other meds. I understand the difficulties.
  • Anonymous_fiend
    Anonymous_fiend Posts: 196 Member
    22 with autism and ptsd. I've struggled with med weight gain too, much more as a teen. Now I'm on ones that are weight neutral but still it affects my energy levels and motivation to workout. Feel free to add me :)
  • TripleA1328
    TripleA1328 Posts: 9 Member
    I have bipolar and Boarderline personality disorder I've tried many medications and am currently taking 300mg of Lamictal and 10mg of lexapro I currently weigh 194 would like to weigh 130 I'm big boned I'm 27 years old and have had weight problems since age 8 I find that if you eat 6 small meals or "graze" that helps also eating earlier like 7am breakfast noon lunch 6pm supper with snacks at 10am 3pm and then before bed watch portion size and walking even if it be 3min every bit helps but definitely talk with your doctor to figure out the right Medicine for you as there are always new ones coming out.
    I will add you as a friend and help to motivate you on your path to a healthier you.
  • fitRTs
    fitRTs Posts: 58 Member
    I have been on medication for depression since I was 11 years old - I'm now 27. Was on sertraline (zoloft) for most of my life (with additional mgs added as I aged) and then added wellbutrin into the mix in college. About 6 months or so ago I changed and went completely off the zoloft and upped the wellbutrin even more. It was a super difficult thing for me to make that decision - felt like i was losing a security blanket. However, I think that it was right for me. It's been a lot easier for me on my weight loss journey on just the wellbutrin... I know how difficult this is especially when medication is involved. Anyone looking for MFP friends - feel free to add me!

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