Dee_1984
30-04-10, 19:43
Hi everyone!
I am new to this board and I am looking forward to being able to speak out about my problems and hopefully find some resolve and support from other individuals in my position.
Since 2006, I have suffered from anorexia. In 2007 I was in a day support program to recover from this. I discharged myself after 3 months at a higher weight and generally feeling more confident however life stresses and University study caused my weight to slip again. Since then I have suffered from a mix of OCD routines, exercise addiction, anxiety and a low sense of self-worth.
I really don't know how to fight it ... I'm constantly on the go. If I see something that needs 'cleaning' or 'tidying' I do it straight away, it simply can't wait. I must finish all food in the house and I hate throwing away even the smallest scraps. I must eat at certain times. I must clean and 'shine' the sinks/taps/bath/shower every day - water marks make me feel uncomfortable.
That said I have improved my eating, and am eating more foods - but in a ritualistic manner.
I really really need some support and advice on how to break this cycle, as it is starting to take a toll on my personal life and prevents me from going out and enjoying myself, worrying about the cleanliness of the house etc.
I look forward to hearing the thoughts of all the NMP users :)
Thank you in advance, and I hope I can be of some help to you guys as well!
Dee xxx
I am new to this board and I am looking forward to being able to speak out about my problems and hopefully find some resolve and support from other individuals in my position.
Since 2006, I have suffered from anorexia. In 2007 I was in a day support program to recover from this. I discharged myself after 3 months at a higher weight and generally feeling more confident however life stresses and University study caused my weight to slip again. Since then I have suffered from a mix of OCD routines, exercise addiction, anxiety and a low sense of self-worth.
I really don't know how to fight it ... I'm constantly on the go. If I see something that needs 'cleaning' or 'tidying' I do it straight away, it simply can't wait. I must finish all food in the house and I hate throwing away even the smallest scraps. I must eat at certain times. I must clean and 'shine' the sinks/taps/bath/shower every day - water marks make me feel uncomfortable.
That said I have improved my eating, and am eating more foods - but in a ritualistic manner.
I really really need some support and advice on how to break this cycle, as it is starting to take a toll on my personal life and prevents me from going out and enjoying myself, worrying about the cleanliness of the house etc.
I look forward to hearing the thoughts of all the NMP users :)
Thank you in advance, and I hope I can be of some help to you guys as well!
Dee xxx