I suffered a traumatic event two and a half years ago- could it have affected my eating habits?
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I am being put through hell by my not soon enough to be "X". No one cared, I was give the run around, my husband took  my daughter and with some help brain washed lies into her head about me. I could get no help then in 2003 and am still being done dirty. The stress was so bad it pulled muscles from bones. I could not eat or sleep I lost a lot of weight and it frightened nearly all who saw me to death. So the answer is yes it can and will nearly kill you. I am now stuck with a vindictive sister who just asked me what is wrong. If I tell her I will be told what a dumb ass I ma for loving my child or wanting to help her. It is to long and complicated to tell here. Vicatin did NOT help the pain I suffered with and I did not go back to the hospital for the morphin the Dr. said would work if the Vicatin didn't.
96039
Why did you have to bring that up?  I'm having flashbacks now and I have to go throw up.\n\nNo, no long term scars.
211119
Yes, a few years ago...lost weight for a few months, then stopped losing...probably eating too much!
838254
Anorexia doesn't happen to normal well-rounded people.  It usually happens to girls between the ages of 16 and 18.  It stems from self-hatred and believe it or not, it's a control issue.  The person loathes themselves for being fat or unloved by others and they feel like they have no control over things in their lives.  I had anorexia when I was between 16 and 18.  I hardly ate anything for 2 years!  I hated myself because I had a terrible alcoholic father that resented having us kids because he couldn't take all his money and gamble with it.  He had to support us.  I think it was my way of getting back at him and being liked by my peers all at the same time.  Don't be afraid to diet.  If you have normal feelings about yourself and have some control in your life, you'll be fine.
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Recalling that time, yes I cherish those two years spent under extreme hardships. But it was a terrible experience when it was ongoing. We were planning to quit each night but just wished that next day may not be that harsh, but it always was.\nGood days and excellent experience that only a good fortune can offer.
311156
maybe there has been a change of food . don't really know . doctor would be best .
716094
i got alittle bit sick but i was always hungry all the time. it just depends from person to person.One time during the 2nd trimester,i almost ate a whole pizza by myself.So it just varies
478918
This happened to me.  I was completely worn out.  \n\nI resolved to sit around and eat more... while watching TV and answering questions on Yahoo!.  \n\nNo, but seriously, If you are underweight, have trouble focusing on what you are doing, skin problems, slow healing.. you may not be getting enough nourishment. You may want to consult a doctor or dietitian.   \n\nOverexercise may be more of a compulsive thing, look for:\nA. Do you feel guilty if a day goes by when you don't work out?\nB. Are you depressed if you are unable to exercise?\nC. Do you feel tired and lethargic, yet still have trouble sleeping?\nD. Do you have injuries that don't seem to heal?\nE. Are you reluctant to take time off to heal injuries?\nF. Are you ignoring aspects of your work, social life or family life in order to put exercise first?\n\nIf "Yes" to the above, then you may want to consider cutting back.  \n\nI don't really have any expertise in these matters, but your health could be at risk.  Be careful out there.
252131
yes its natural i go through it sometimes too, and its because of bein stressed or have alot on ur plate, and sometimes its cuz things have changed in ur life like new job or somethin... it will eventually return.....
832472
i feel bad for you, and I'm sorry. i had a friend with an eating disorder. please don't do this to yourself. its not about food, there is an underlying issue. please contact the hospital, they will put you in with a phsycologist. or better yet call the help line at 18009312237
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I cannot diagnose you.  I'm not a doctor, but it sounds like you are sad over the break-up, and it's messing with your eating and sleeping.  You don't say how long this eating and sleeping problem has been going on.  Try getting out with other friends.  Do some things for yourself, like get a massage, a pedicure, or see a funny movie.\n\nIf you have gone more than 2 weeks without any let-up, you may need to seek counseling from your local mental health clinic, or your doctor.  Talking to a professional may help you see things in a different light, and bring joy back into your life.  I care and I am sure it hurts.  Good luck.
50087
Figure out what the food is replacing for you...unrequieted love, a crappy childhood, depression...come to terms with that and stop using food as replacement therapy.
508966
Yes.  My ex beat and tortured me for 4 long years.  He nearly killed me and I nearly lost our child when pregnant.  He cheated and mentally abused me so bad that I couldn't even hold my head up.  I finally escaped after nearly being killed.  In my agony I prayed for God for vengeance...not long after I got away from him, he suffered a nearly fatal accident.  He was 'huffing' the chemical freon when it caused him to pass out.  While passed out, the can rolled in front of his face and kept spraying.  After he was found, he died twice and was jumped with the paddles.  He was in a coma for 3 months and had 13 plastic surgeries for the 3rd degree burns on his face.  He lost an eye and suffered permanent scars.  Every surgery felt like a lit match on his skin.  Even though something so devastating would have been possible because of his lifestyle, I truly believe it was fate, God, karma, whatever that interviened because of how horrible he treated another human being who only was fool enough to love him.  I also try to live by the idea of what comes around goes around, it's a good believe that will keep you in check and helps to make you a better person.
339227
I would. It almost sounds like you may have a concussion. At the very least, you caused trauma to a very crucial part of the body and need to have it checked out for brusing, swelling, or hairline fractures.
293187
See your doctor. Honestly. If you're noticing a compulsion to eat that's different than you normally feel, there could be an underlying cause for it. And hey, I'd feel better if you ask your doctor than some of the putzes that post answers here. :)
649617
My friend lost about 70 in that amount of time, but she was seriously stressed out (ended a long term relationship) and it was from the stress.  She has maintained the loss though and looks great.  She weighs about 120 now.
467175
2 years from date of "injury" or "loss".