AboutJeanne Rust, PhD Expertise I can answer any questions in the field of eating disorders
Experience I have 20 years of experience in treating eating disorders of all kinds. I also do consultations for people who are starting treatment centers.
Education/Credentials Northwestern University -- BA
Masters in Counseling
Doctorate in Clinical Psychology -- Saybrook institute
Question I have been in recovery for anorexia for about 4 months now. I am gaining weight properly, only 10 lbs from normal weight! Thing is, my eating is not normal at all. I tend to eat from 5000-7000 calories on weekend days. And it's just like I don't really care. I don't know if im just seeking confort in food, or what. I'm scared itll never end.
On week days, it's easier because I'm at school, so I can only eat what I bring in my lunch. But then again, breakfasts and suppers are hard.
And I'm scared also because I can't seem to bring myself to care. I don't even try really to tell myself I wont binge at next meal.
Help?
Answer Dear Antoine,
First of all, congratulations on being in recovery!
I'm so glad that you wrote -- it's important that you are in therapy right now. Weight restoration is just the tip of the iceberg. I have seen many people recover from one eating disorder only to switch to another one. It sounds as if this is what you're doing!
On the weekends, you don't have the structure of school so it's important that you take some time, stop, and figure out first what you're going to eat that day for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Then stop again, and figure our what you might be feeling if you weren't feeling like bingeing --
Is there any way that you can give yourself some structure during the weekend by planning not only your meals, but also your days? Is there anything that you love to do like paint, or music, or walking, reading mystery novels, etc.? Anything that is a passion of yours? This could also be a good key for you.
