Binging and purging some days. I have such a bad image with food. It becomes the main problem even when I'm sober for a long period of time. I have convinced myself that I will relapse if I remain this heavy. I have 8 months of probation( my safety net) to figure it out. I want to get help at an eating disorder clinic but I'm ashamed of behind the heaviest rather than the thinnest. I have blamed some of the weight gain on my antipsychotics and have stopped taking them. And honestly there's a part of me that wants to delete this post rather than put it put there. . I need to let others know. 
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Overeating and seeking sugar in sobriety seem to be some common problems on here. I always blow up 20-30lbs in detox /rehab...never fails. I haven't tried myself but I have heard great things about Ozempic from family and friends. In addition, it's shown to help with addiction altogether. Of course, there's always a battle with insurance to cover it, but just throwing that out there if you haven't tried it 
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I have heard of it but haven't heard of how to get it. Is it a primary care provider thing or can I talk to my psychiatrist about it . And yeah I feel you , I have gained 55 lbs in 4 months .
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Psychiatrists can absolutely write it. That's probably your best route to be honest. Indication being sudden weight gain and it's also used for anxiety/depression. My sister is taking it and loves it. As of right now it sounds awesome, I just hope it doesn't come out that it causes eye lid cancer or some dumb $#&@ like that....
But yeah PCP or psychiatrist can write for sure.
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Yes, ozempic/wegovy works for weight loss and it also helps with alcohol cravings which is a plus for us of course.
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i struggle with overeating carbs. my meds also make me gain weight. I have never been this heavy ever in my life before. What i find that helps is to self love and radical acceptance. I like to leave nice notes of affirmation around my house especially on my mirror. When i look in the mirror it’s nice to read those affirmations. I also love eating everything i want so instead of feeling bad i just work out and try to exercise the extra calories.
I hope you can overcome this
stay strong and take it easy on yourself it’ll be okay
One day at a time ٩( ´◡ )( ´◡ )۶
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I would encourage you to go to a eating disorder in patient facility. I know you are scared but not doing anything about it is worse . I will pray . Tami
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Hi Gabriella! Substance abuse and Eating Disorders go hand in hand. I would strongly encourage you to seek help\treatment from an Eating disorder counselor, probably outpatient first. I’m a recovering Anorexic myself and the best decision I ever made was to put myself in treatment! It saved my life. For me I had to do inpatient tx because of my extremely low weight, but always start with outpatient first and find a counselor you feel comfortable with. You’ll be glad you did! 
it’s a big step but it’s worth it, take it from me!
Jennifer
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I feel your pain… 
