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Originally Posted by breakmystride
I've gone from one set of disordered behaviors to another, but when I was the sickest, I was in a binge/fast cycle. I'd starve myself to the point that my hunger would make me lose control, I'd binge, and then the guilt and fear of weight gain would lead me to starve myself again.
I had to go to therapy to break out of the cycle, and I was put on a meal plan where I had to eat a controlled amount each meal to avoid starving or over-eating (Exchange System). It worked really well for the short time I was on it.
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Quote:
Originally Posted by breakmystride
I've gone from one set of disordered behaviors to another, but when I was the sickest, I was in a binge/fast cycle. I'd starve myself to the point that my hunger would make me lose control, I'd binge, and then the guilt and fear of weight gain would lead me to starve myself again.
I had to go to therapy to break out of the cycle, and I was put on a meal plan where I had to eat a controlled amount each meal to avoid starving or over-eating (Exchange System). It worked really well for the short time I was on it.
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Wow, this is an incredibly helpful response. Firstly, thanks for the reply.
The motive of losing control and then shaming myself into starvation is very accurate. I feel like this cycle is self-perpetuating as the starvation often leads into more binging unhealthy foods. Who wants kale after 16 hours with no food, after all?
Has the therapy continued to help you in the long-run? Do you still notice tendencies or have occasional instances of these eating habits?
Much appreciated, breakmystride!
-Penny D