[Cyan]

Hi,

I don't post much but I do read, I hope it is ok to post. I am currently in therapy for anorexia. I see a psychologist and a dietitian every week. My psychologist does not think I am progressing the way she would like to see me progress. She wants me to start seeing her two times a week and go to an outpatient program 70 miles away. I told her "no" to both of these things. I don't even know if I like her. I guess that is not the point.

I am 5'8" and I weigh 111.5. I don't know if this even classifies me as anorexic. I do know that I am afraid to gain weight. I don't see why I can't just stay at the weight I am now.

I guess I just wanted to know what you all think. Do I need a reality check? I am a healthy, active person.

Cyan

[Maven]

I'm not a weight expert, but I'm 5'0" and my ideal weight is somewhere between 100-110 lbs. (probably about 105). 111.5 sounds too low for your height to me. I assume you mean pounds, though; if it's kilograms or whatever, I don't know how to determine what's "normal."

[Genevieve]

Yep, you're under the magic 85%.

Good news/bad news: the good news is that it's a whole lot easier to think once you've gained some weight. The bad news? You gotta gain the weight to find that out. That's the part that makes it so hard.

[Cyan]

Thanks so much for your replies. I need a reality check and it helps to hear what others have to say. I can't be objective about the whole thing.

Cyan