Have you spoken to your family doctor about this? Could there be a medical reason for the weight gain.

Even though my weight was healthy I was so terrified of gaining it I wasn't taking my meds. I ended up in the hospital. They put me (off label) on metformin. Yes, it's a drug for diabetes but it has other eefects too. It keeps up metabolism, reduces blood sugar, and curbs my appetite. There is even theoritical evidence it may put off diabetes to which high dosages of Seroquel has been linked. I am not losing weight but I haven't gained it. I also have not binged since taking it. So far it's been highly effective.

But, that is only an aid. There is no better alternative than to being active.

It won't happen over night; but, what will happen is your fight to do someing about it is going to be noticed.

I understand the anxiety of going to a gym - it terrifies me. So I do things like walk a lot including the mall every other day. I'm also in the position of doing a number of outdoor activities - which I believe not only gret for exercise but I believe the sun is a source of battling depression. I also recommend an SAD therapy light. Since I started using mine 2wks ago I am more energetic and healthier of mind.