[elizabeth3349]

I've been bulimic on and off for 20 some-odd years. I've been through Behavior Modification therapy; it helped for a while. One of the problems I know have, is that I KNOW what being bulimic can do to the body. Does that ever stop me? Unfortunately not. I've never actually binged either, it's more of a feeling full that I can't take.
Yes I was sexually abused, yes my parents abused alcohol and drugs, my 1st husband is an alcoholic, and I'm a mess.
Oh yes, I'm also an emotional overeater, I gained about 20 - 30 lbs when my brother went to Iraq. (He's fine.) I also tend to eat when I'm bored; most of the time now, I come here instead.

elizabeth3349

[biiv]

hi elisabeth,
im so sorry life has given you so much to deal with. i hope you are seeing a T or at least have someone IRL to talk with?
i am bulimic too so i know what its like to fight that. you re definately nto alone here.
keep writing and reaching out to people for help with this. you deserve it.
take care
biiv

[Soidhonia]

Hello Elizabeth.
(MY name is Elizabeth as well)
I am very sorry that you are having all of these issues at this time. I sincerely hope that you fing a good therapist that can help you with your problems. There is also a chat if you would like to come and talk to someone in person for comfort nd understanding. Good to see you here Elizabeth. PM anytime take care Soidhonia.

[inkblot]

You know what? I came within a month of graduation (with honors) for practical nursing a LONG time ago. I was never able to go back and finish, but my point is, I know the effects of eating disorders also--but like you, it didn't stop me. It still hasn't. I have more of a conscience about what I do, but I still do these things. Knowing what I do medically and about eating disorders can work to be good and bad. Sometimes I find that I will use my knowledge to work for my bad habits, other times I become more aware of the dangers.