Therapy? or Doctor?

[unknowngirl18]

Hi everyone,
I have been thinking a lot about making this post and I am ready for the nasty comments I might get! I came to the realization that something is wrong with me. I eat to the point it hurts. I don’t know why I do it but I know that I can’t stop myself. I want to be healthy, I want to stop feeling disgusted with myself after eating but I can’t. In case this is relevant I have PCOS. I have tried eating cleaner and some how I would still overeat. I guess my question is should I speak to my therapist or my doctor.

Updates

1 mo

Also, I am starting a GLP 1 this month due to my BMI. Should I let my doctor/therapist know about my overeating?

[whosnumber_1]

Therapist. You need to get to the root cause of your eating addiction - and just to be clear it is an addiction.

A doctor will not be able to help you with that - I would seek a therapist who specializes in eating addictions and start your journey on the road to recovery. 5 years is about what it will take and you will have relapses.

[unknowngirl18]

Thank you! 🙏🏻

[whosnumber_1]

There are all kinds of addictions. You are using food as a mechanism for coping. You probably started out stress eating or comfort eating or something like that and now it's become a pathway for your brain. It's such a pathway that you do it to the point it hurts. The types of foods you are eating also probably give you dopamine kicks and now you can't stop. With any real addiction it is NOT possible to conquer on your own. You will need help and you should try to find other people going through the same struggles for support, perspective and to help keep you accountable. You will also need to have a substantial consequence for your acting out with food.

I would think that you will need to write a meal plan for yourself - something sensible to stick to and if you stray from it - Consequence.

[bobalife]

I’m sorry to hear about what you’re going through and feeling lost of control with your eating patterns. I would recommend both: first see your primary doctor to get you a referral for a specialist to learn more about your women health with PCOS, dietation, and therapy session. This could be a root from many factors other than just PCOS, so it will be good to explore all of it. I’m sure everything will be okay & check yourself each time you’re overeating.. :)

[Nikki1989]

Both.

[Anonymous]

Sounds like you're eating your feelings. PCOS is relevant But Florence Pugh (Black Widow) has PCOS you don't see it stopping her. Yeah, let your therapist know. But don't be surprised if the response you get is, " just put the turkey leg down". Unless the therapist has actually walked your path, she/he's just reading from a book.

[unknowngirl18]

If I remember correctly she’s had work done. 🫠 Rumors of GLP 1 were also tied to her weight loss. I’m all for getting the GLP 1, I’m just worried about after getting off the medication. You also brought up another one of my concerns, would therapy even be beneficial? I’ve heard of “fat camp” LOL, might look into it. I’m just not sure what to do. Ty for your opinion!

[Alex-Snow]

I think a therapist is a good start. They can always refer you to a doctor if you need medical intervention. But a therapist can hopefully get to the actual cause of your addiction. Hang in there, try to eat healthy at least and make time for outside walks daily.

[Anonymous]

The Doctors and Therapist plus stronger will power with in your self
GOOD LUCK

[Danny_dan92]

Depends on your needs

[Mariogirl09]

Therapist

[Mariogirl09]

Both doctor tol

[Mariogirl09]

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