Help for BED

irishdancer23
irishdancer23 Posts: 168 Member
edited October 4 in Motivation and Support
I have been struggling with binge eating disorder for about 2 months now. I know this doesn't seem like a long time, but I binge practically every day; I am at the end of my rope, and I don't know if I can do this alone. I have okay relationships with my family and friends, but I'm not sure if I'm ready to talk to them about this. I am quite honestly terrified of going to see a therapist, but at this point, I am not sure if I have any other options. does anyone out there have any suggestions? even if i desperately wanted help, i'm not sure where i would turn.

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  • ILiftHeavyAcrylics
    ILiftHeavyAcrylics Posts: 27,732 Member
    Is there a support center for this? Maybe a call center where you could talk to someone anonymously? I understand not wanting to discuss it with family yet but you should talk to someone. My town has a free clinic where you can see a therapist if you don't make enough money to pay for one. Good luck, you'll be in my thoughts.
  • shovav91
    shovav91 Posts: 2,335 Member
    BED is a psychological disorder. As scary as it is, seeing a therapist may be your best option. Acknowledging that you need help is not a sign of weakness, but a sign of strength. Find someone who specializes in eating disorders- you will be happy you did. It will honestly be the best gift you've ever given yourself. They will help you regain control of your life, and give you tools to empower yourself. Please consider it. Message me if you have any questions or want to talk- I know how hard this is to deal with, but you can and will get though it.
  • barwood
    barwood Posts: 48 Member
    Track what you are eating and when you see how many calories it may help you stop.
  • ILiftHeavyAcrylics
    ILiftHeavyAcrylics Posts: 27,732 Member
    US number 866-768-6719
  • Rain_Howard
    Rain_Howard Posts: 155
    I have lived with compulsive eating for many years. What you have is an eating disorder. The same as anorexia or any other. Therapy will help if you are willing to allow it to help.

    Why are you afraid of therapy? I was too. I didn't want to climb inside my head. It saved my life when I finally did. If I hadn't I would have either eaten myself to death or just up and committed suicide by now. There are a lot of programs available depending on where you live. If you need advice or help, please send me a personal message. I've been there.
  • scottbe07
    scottbe07 Posts: 16 Member
    Telling someone about my BED saved my life. Please, please get help. I hate to see others go through what I did...
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