I think I have a binge eating disorder?

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I am a 29 yr old male and have been binge eating since I was about 15, which got far worse from the age of 22.  For some unknown reason, I looked at what I was doing to myself and looked up for help and realised that I fulfill every criteria of a binge eating disorder.  There are some times in my life that clearly point to why I started and have given me the poor self image that I have today such as child abuse, and 2 cheating girlfriends.  My sex drive with my lovely girlfriend of 2 years is pretty non-existant

To give you an example, last night instead of eating a dinner (I live on my own) I went out and deliberately bought a binge feast and ate a whole loaf of fruit bread, a large toffee sundae dessert and two cream cakes and I felt like crap emotionally and physically straight after and hate myself for doing it but can't stop.  This happens at least 3 times a week :,(

I don't want this to control my life any more and I want a fresh start.  I don't feel like I want to speak to my regular GP to be talked into excercise, diets, drugs, etc.  What I think will help me the most is support, talking, advice, suggestions from people who know about eating disorders and can't help me solve the issues i have BEFORE trying to lose the weight.  I live in Essex in England and would love for anyone to provide me advice on where to go for this help.  Also anyone with the same experiences to comment would also be great.

I know this is my first step in admitting a problem and i want it to be a positive one because I know this will kill me. I am already over 18 stone.

Anonymous · Accepted Answer

Thats really good you are able to admit you have a problem and that you want to do something about it.  I'm going to recommend to you what worked for my cousin, go to http://www.eatingdisorder.com/, the website gives some information about your current situation and if you call them they can give you a lot more information and help you recover.  Good luck!

Heatherrorr · Answer

I've been suffering for 5 years so I know exactly where you're coming from. I am currently trying to self-recover for the 2nd time through a 1,200 calorie-a-day plan. It's working so far (I'm on my 5th week), but it does take heaps of motivation to choose not to binge. Best of luck to you.

Anonymous · Answer

If you have every symtome or whatever you might have it..just go see a doctor they'll be happy to give you blood tests or whatever kinda of test

cookies · Answer

i think you should ask for a therapist help it won't hurt to try!

I think I have a binge eating disorder?

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