It is unfortnately a unwanted effect of taking psych meds. i gained so much weight when I was on valproate. Thankfully it didnt work and i am now on lithium. Seroquel makes people gain a lot of weight.

Weight gain is a really unwanted side effect but I would rather be well and not in hospital constantly than not be on meds. It is difficult to lose weight on certain meds. it is slow and hard but it is not impossible.