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by theriverissinging
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 January 3rd
...See more This thread controls an auto-updating taglist. To see the current list, go to Eating Disorder Support Taglist [https://rarelycharlie.github.io/taglist?30c2f12674c3d76b794a13ccbe111c5a]. To add yourself to this taglist, press the Reply button in this post and write the exact words “Please add me.” To remove yourself from this taglist, press the Reply button in this post and write the exact words, “Please remove me.” Taglist to be used for check-ins, discussions, events and announcements. ------------------------- we'll be compiling the latest taglist through a process outlined here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/siteupdates/SuggestionsandProblemSolving_383/TeaCakeCompilingautomatedtaglists_291762/] every time we make a post.
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TW:Could my gf have an ED?
by IHaveAppleJuice
Last post
 3 hours ago
...See more Hi Guys!
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Eating or not Eating?
by ashlyncares
Last post
 8 hours ago
...See more Healing from an eating disorder is a journey, and every step you take, no matter how small, is a victory. You are worthy of compassion and respect, and your recovery is a process, not a destination. Embrace each moment, each choice, and know that progress comes in many forms. Keep moving forward—you are capable of creating a future where you are at peace with yourself.
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Binge eating / restriction and fear
by selfdisciplinedTortoise4157
Last post
 14 hours ago
...See more About 3 years ago for about a year I've suffered from orthorexia, compulsive exercising and then anorexia. Unfortunately I didn't receive any help from anyone but somehow pulled through and got out of my eating disorder on my own with the help of resources online. I know it sounds silly but I have really healed and for some time was pretty good as I've been gradually getting better. However, I feel like some parts connected with disordered eating have stayed with me and I'm really not sure how to help myself. So for one, I still have a lot of thoughts connected to food and I very much overthink whether I am really hungry or not when I want to eat outside of my regular meals. Also, I still have some fear connected to gaining weight as I'm not really satisfied with myself and it's hard for me to accept myself while I'm getting heavier. I struggle with binge eating now and I binge about every three days and it's really hard for me to break that cycle, become less stressed about food and just be a normal person when it comes to accepting my body and eating. Does anybody have any tips on how to cope with these problems?
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Body is sore??
by dynamicGrapefruit3451
Last post
 15 hours ago
...See more Hi TW talking about anorexia. I haven’t seen any professionals for this and don’t really speak to anyone. I’m not sure if it’s in my head or maybe it’s just me but I’m pretty underweight and I find laying in bed to be painful, I think it’s from the lack of fat so less cushioning but I constantly need to adjust my position or it gets sore and painful. Please tell me it’s not just me??!!! 
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Looking for some advice please 🤗
by Timat
Last post
 1 day ago
...See more Hey everyone, I am new here, and trilled to have found this groupe, I have been dealing with ED from when I was a kid, I would eat my emotions every time I felt stressed of empty, I have been dealing with a lot of stress the past few weeks so my episodes increased and became almost daily. I would like to know how can I deal with stress better and manage my emotions in a healthy way, what did you guys try and felt that I was really working? I know it’s a long way and I have to work more on my mental health but I would appreciate to have some tips from someone that experiences the same thing. Thank you in advance.
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I don’t know what is wrong with me. (TRIGGER WARNING)
by fairmindedOrange3007
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 1 day ago
...See more Hello, I am 17 years old and I don’t think I have an ED (i’ve never been in therapy and i am not diagnosed) BUT my body dysmorphia gets worse and worse. My biggest fear is gaining weight. I am restricting and exercising a lot and i still feel the same. Sometimes i cancel events because i know i have to eat if i go (i don’t want to look mean). I also enjoy watching people eat because it makes me feel good about myself (for example i think “she/he eats way more than me so it’s okay!”). I know this might sound mean but it’s the way my brain works. Do you have any advice for me? And btw if you are wondering, no, i’m not underweight. I used to be underweight but it was because i had health problem (it was normal to lose a lot of weight in my condition). But since i don’t have it anymore, I am not underweight anymore. I have normal weight because i’m not overweight either. Please give me some advice i feel so alone.
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feelings about eatting trigger warning
by stormieandpaws
Last post
 Thursday
...See more we not sure were to put this last week or so we been having issues with eating more not been this bad in a long time. so feeling shame over it in away. we have eating disorder nos as we at time over eat even binge eat but other times we like go without eating for hours and most the day at times. it bad for us as we diabetic. as we been having so low blood sugars. but when we feeling like we did something bad, we starve  self go without eating. it a form of self punishment  in away. based on how parents withheld food as a child when they said we was bad. we know it not healthy too. but it like mental programing for us. other times we binge eat due to like when we sneak food as a child that parents did not allow. as child we was very limited on things like candy, pop, chips so what most call junk food. so we seem to either starve  self or binge eat a lot of the time. feel bad we do this as we know should not. we should eat healthy and at least 3 times a day. our blood sugar been as low as 54 and as high as 260 so it seem we bounce it a lot. we take insulin and few meds for the diabetic  too. not even sure why it got bad again just like last two days we not eat much food always been a issue for us. people think seem that only underweight people can have eating disorders. so we a lot of the time not seen and even called fat yes we over weight by a lot. but we been told that it can be due to the bouncing in eating. we really not know that much about eating disorders and well things go along with type of eating disorder we have. been told it related to the abuse we been through from young age up. we mostly not talk about the eating disorder as feel so bad that we have it and well we try to hide it from others.
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by littleDrum1586
Last post
 Thursday
...See more Hii I'm not sure what ED I have but TW I'm 17 and I have always thought I needed to lose weight I often will try to not eat at all then think what are you doing and I'll go eat or sometimes I just won't eat and I'll look at the calorie counter app and feel proud if i ate less than 1000 calories in a day but if I'm working out I'm thinking the whole time about how I'm not doing enough how lazy i am how i could've ran further did one more situo and things like that ive lost 10 pounds recently but im nit doing it in a healthy way I know im.not any advice or can antone tell me what eating disorder that is?
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Dont
by discreetPomegranate1970
Last post
 Thursday
...See more Take it from a person with an ed experience, if you feel like you cant tell your family and you know how your family is dont tell them because sometimes you think you feel alone knowing you the only one that knows about ur ed but telling your family will make you feel even more alone (they dont understand mental illness as well as you do)
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Wish me luck
by determinedSea4370
Last post
 Tuesday
...See more My mental health has been spiraling since New Year's and I wanted to feel better today so I thought 'What do normal people do for self-care?' I found cookie mix and so I baked and I had some cookies and then it hit me that oh, right, I'm not normal. I haven't slept in 2 days and I have an eating disorder. I've never purged but I want to purge or cry, I feel sick- physically and mentally. The only thing that's keeping me together is the fact that I have to drive to my PT in 2 minutes. But, now I'm worried that the stress of the triggered eating disorder ontop of the stress of 2 days no sleep ontop of the stress of needing to go in to work tomorrow and not being prepared is going to drive me to yet another mental breakdown where I'll break my sober streak or start cutting again. My hearts been pounding since I spit out the last mouthful of cookie half an hour ago and the pounding won't stop. Just wish me luck that I will somehow pull through today and the rest of the work week, people.
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New Year Check-in
by KristenHR
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 January 5th
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The Dual Struggle: Managing Binge Eating and Depressive Symptoms
by Remina
Last post
 January 4th
...See more Hello Eating Disorder Community. I am Remina and I wanted to share some helpful information about both Binge Eating Disorder and Depressive Episodes. If you relate with any of this, I want to tell you right away – You are NOT alone. Individuals who suffer from Binge Eating may also be suffering from depressive episodes and vice versa according to research. According to the information I read, there is a significant correlation between binge eating and depressive episodes. Binge Eating and Depressive Episodes often coexist and can influence each other in a bidirectional manner, meaning having a mutual effect on each other. Fact: While not every depressed person has a Binge Eating Disorder and not every person who binge eats has depression,  about half of the people who binge eat have a mood disorder such as depression or bipolar disorder.  Fact: Some people may binge in an attempt to numb their sad, hopeless feelings. Many individuals who binge eat and are not currently depressed have a history of depression.  Fact: it is possible to be born with genes that put you at risk for both conditions. The same genes involved in depression can play a role in eating and anxiety disorders. Fact: Depression can trigger a binge eating episode.  Someone experiencing depressive symptoms may turn to food as a way to cope with their emotions, which can lead to episodes of binge eating. Fact: Binge Eating can exacerbate Depression as the guilt and shame associated with binge eating can make the depression symptoms worse. This creates a vicious cycle. Let’s discuss some tips on how to manage having both depressive episodes whether you’re suffering from Major Depressive Disorder or you suffer from Bipolar with Binge Eating Disorder. * If you are prescribed medication, take your medication. Even if you don’t want to take your medication, make sure you take it at the same time every day. * Practice regular eating patterns where you eat at regular intervals to avoid extreme hunger as it can trigger binge eating. * Practice mindful eating, which means make sure you eat slowly and appreciate your food. This can help you recognize the sensation of fullness and avoid overeating. * It can help to know what your triggers are. Consider keeping a journal to track what triggers your urge to binge eat. This journal allows you to find healthier coping mechanisms. * A strong support system can provide you with emotional comfort and accountability so make sure you reach out to friends, family, or support groups. You can also connect with a Listener or join the support rooms. * Another suggestion is physical activity as the more active you are, it can help improve your mood and reduce your stress. This helps manage both depression and binge eating. * Remember to be kind to yourself and practice self-compassion. It is okay to have setbacks. What is important is you keep trying and do not give up on yourself. * Finally, if you find that you're struggling and nothing is working, consider seeking professional help. This can be finding a therapist who specializes in both depression and eating disorders. 7cups actually offers both text based therapy and talk therapy. Thoughtful Questions If you want to share, how long have you been struggling with your disorder? If you feel comfortable sharing, please share what you are diagnosed with. What coping mechanisms help you with either your depressive symptoms or your binge eating urges? Source 1 [https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/eating-disorders/binge-eating-disorder/features/binge-eating-depression] 2 [https://breakbingeeating.com/depression-binge-eating/] 3 [https://www.ihcnh.com/blog/binge-eating-and-depression-explore-the-link/]

Eating Disorder Support

Welcome to Eating Disorder Support! We are welcoming you with open arms and hope to be part of your recovery journey. All are welcome to participate, whether you are a family member watching a loved one struggling or struggling yourself. 


What are the different forum topics for Eating Disorder Support?

Anorexia Nervosa Support: A place for you to discuss issues relating to Anorexia Nervosa. 

Binge Eating Disorder Support: A place for you to discuss issues relating to Binge Eating.

Bulimia Support: A place for you to discuss issues relating to Bulimia.

Discussions & Check-ins: A place for general discussions and regular community check-ins.

General Support: Need any other support that doesn’t fit within another topic? Post it here!

Family and Friends of Individuals with Eating Disorders: Watching a loved on struggle with an Eating Disorder? Discuss it here.

Introductions, Fun & Games: A place to introduce yourself and take part in a variety of fun, games and icebreakers.

Recovery & Moving On: Recovering from an Eating Disorder? Share your story here!


How can I help?

You can help us by simply responding to threads and sharing your story (if you're comfortable). Check-in with us, join a discussion, or start one! Alternatively, you can join us as a Forum Leader. Check out this thread for more information.


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Q: Are there any sub-community-specific guidelines that we need to adhere to?

A: You can find Sub-community-specific guidelines below, which you should follow in addition to the general forum guidelines.


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The following are some guidelines specific to the Eating Disorder Sub-Community that we request you to follow along with the general Forum Guidelines. The purpose of these guidelines is to ensure a safe and supportive space for everyone, within this sub-community.

  • Refrain from mentioning specific weights or calorie counts to avoid triggering others.
  • Remember this is a support community - we should all be supportive of each other’s stories and struggles.
  • Everyone’s struggles are different; please avoid encouraging anyone to lose or gain weight.
  • Avoid overly graphic content and mark potentially sensitive posts with a ‘Trigger Warning’ at the top line of the post.
  • Pro-eating disorder content will not be tolerated.
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