Anorexia, what do you think about it?is there anybody here who has this problem?

Question

is it related to depression?

Answer 1

I had it when i was 13-16 year's old. I developed it through anxiety and stress. I know that sound's strange for a kid that age to be stressed but i was going through a sh*tty time.
It's a terrible thing to go through, and i think people should stop associating it just with people who are obsessed with dieting because there are allsorts of problems that can trigger this sort of reaction. I was one of the lucky one's and was given help before i got too bad with it. For some it's just a coping mechanism for something that's going wrong in their life. People need to stop judging them and help them.

Answer 2

My father passed 5 years ago unexpectedly and right after he died, I wasn't able to grieve like everyone else. Being the eldest child I was to busy caring for my mom and younger siblings, as well as trying balance everything that was going on. All of this happened during finals week of sophmore year of college. At the time I felt that I couldn't control anything that was happening. I first stopped eating because I didn't have an appetite and I was busy taking care of everyone and everything. But then I realized that not eating was a constant thing that I could control and that in some way made me happy. As a result I completely went downhill. I lost a tremendous amount of weight and continued not to eat. I also started dealing with my grief when I went downhill. It was a very hard time but I'm thankful that I got through it. I had a lot of support from family but at the same time I was faced with a lot of negativity from outside people. People said really hurtful things and my weight was a constant target. It was hurtful because people didn't understand my state of mind nor did they even try. Eating disorders are serious issues and people need to understand that.

Answer 3

I'm not sure what you mean about it being related to depression- I'm guessing you mean does the same thing cause depression as causes anorexia. the answer is no. However, most anorexics tend to suffer from depression as well as they are constantly trying to achieve a goal that they always seem to miss (looking just 'so', having the scale give the 'perfect' answer. being able to look in a mirror and not seeing 'fat' etc). though not currently, I am a 'former' anorexic

Answer 4

I think it may have some relation to depression. I know someone with anorexia, and she has to take antidepressants.

Answer 5

Depression is a side effect, yes. I have lots of experience with it. Its not really about being thin, that's a common misconception. Its more about just plain not thinking you deserve to live or are good enough. Its a slow form of suicide, but more socially acceptable than ODing or slashing your wrists. If you have any questions you can go to my profile and email me there, ok?

Answer 6

if youre willing to do that with your body, you cant really have high self esteem and be in good spirits, can ya?
as someone who is recovering from COE/MIA, what do i think about it? its terrible, thats what. it owns you, can you cant function like a normal person b/c youre so preoccupied with it.