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By DarkMaskDiva - 21/03/2020 18:00

Today, I found out the medication my doctor gave me for depression is making me fat. My main reason for depression is an eating disorder. Now, I'm fat instead of just thinking I am. FML

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By DarkMaskDiva - 16/06/2011 00:24 - United States

Today, I found out the medications my doctor gave me for depression are making me fat. My main reason for depression is an eating disorder. Now, I'm fat instead of just thinking I am. FML

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By Anonymous - This FML is from back in 2012 but it's good stuff - United States - Winchester

Today, I found out that of the three medications I am taking for depression, one causes weight gain, one causes severe weight gain, and one "might cause weight gain." FML

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By Coley - 29/01/2009 22:46 - Canada

Today, I went to the doctor to talk about my depression and low self-esteem. He told me that I shouldn't think of myself as a fat pig for being overweight. I don't think that and I'm NOT overweight. FML

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By cuntingbitchofawhore - 06/02/2016 03:11 - United States - Bloomington

Today, I told my step-mom that my medication is causing me to lose weight. She looked me up and down and suggested I triple my dosage. FML

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By ouch - 14/06/2012 11:26 - Australia - Collaroy

Today, my psychiatrist asked me if I felt bad about my weight. When I said no, he looked surprised and said, "Why not?" FML

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By Anonymous - 01/12/2017 01:30

Today, after a year of diet and rigorous exercise, I've still gained weight. Confused, I went to my doctor. Apparently I have a thyroid condition he forgot to mention, and therefore haven't been on medication for, thus causing weight gain. FML

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By Anonymous - 29/05/2015 14:23 - United States - Bradenton

Today, my father told me that my mental health issues, which have been confirmed by multiple doctors and tests, are all caused by the fact that I'm slightly overweight and don't exercise a lot. FML

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By Anonymous - 15/06/2019 06:30 - United States - Durham

Today, I had a doctor's appointment because I've recently lost weight. I'm already underweight, and I was concerned because the weight loss has been causing some other health concerns to worsen. My doctor's exact words of advice? "Eating food usually leads to weight gain." FML

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By siamne - 28/03/2021 23:00

Today, after six months of eating a better diet and exercising every other day, I can now say that I am physically healthier, but the lifestyle changes have done absolutely nothing to help my depression. That was the whole reason I started doing this in the first place. FML

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By Anonymous - 08/02/2024 05:00 - Canada

Today, after 4 months of severe depression, I finally found an antidepressant that works. The downside? I no longer have any interest or gain pleasure in any of my hobbies. FML

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Gelene Johnston 5

Sunday 22 March 2020 0:34

That's awful! Most people don't understand what it's like to have an eating disorder so they won't give any kind of good advice. Do you by chance have a counselor or therapist or psychiatrist who would know better what medication could help? anti depressants alone won't conquer an eating disorder :( I'm so sorry hun

ashbashlove 2

Sunday 22 March 2020 8:17

Please ignore all the ignorant comments. Eating disorders are no joke and so incredibly difficult to overcome. Antidepressants **** with you in so many ways. The worst is ignorant people who mock and make things worse because of the limited knowledge and understanding of mental disorders. Please stay strong!

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RichardPencil 30

Saturday 21 March 2020 19:09

So, your doctor cured your body dysmorphia by making you as fat as you feel? Now you are living with reality. Sounds like a win!

Allie614032 34

Monday 23 March 2020 5:24

Literally **** off. Your 'jokes' are terrible and insensitive.

RichardPencil 30

Monday 23 March 2020 5:30

Literally? Your pompous but illiterate use of the word shows me that you're a pretty low-grade moron. Perhaps it is you who should **** off, figuratively speaking.

Allie614032 34

Wednesday 25 March 2020 18:41

Sorry you aren't up-to-date with slang, but just because I used a word in an informal manner, doesn't mean the usage was incorrect. But I'm glad to see that rather than defending your initial comment, you jump to attacking me for perceived IQ or education level. (I have a BA from a leading university, moron.) It shows that you know you were being a troll. I'm sad for you if this is the only thing bringing you enjoyment.

RichardPencil 30

Wednesday 25 March 2020 18:53

You're such a hypocrite! You attacked me personally and did not even mention the contents of my comment. You were not engaging me in an argument that would make defending my comment appropriate. You use of "literally" was utterly meaningless and just a verbal tic you've adopted to make yourself sound smarter. My academic credentials are far more impressive than yours, but unless the subject pertains to my field of study, I don't throw them around in an ultracrepidarian way. Don't worry for me -- I have plenty of other outlets from which I derive joy. I visit this site a few minutes a day and contribute what I feel like.

rlm2710 13

Saturday 21 March 2020 22:18

Get off meds and accept the fact that u dont have a disorder only a lack of emotional understanding. It takes time, but just mainly practice eating only when u actually feel hungry or the need for certain food nutrients. Listen to what ur in the mood for specifically not what u think u crave in a habitual sense.

Ambrily 27

Sunday 22 March 2020 1:06

This must be the worst advice I have ever read in my life

Ainarr 29

Sunday 22 March 2020 1:09

this ain’t it bro.

DirtySalamander 9

Sunday 22 March 2020 13:34

so, what is it then? its lack of discipline. you need a dietary professional. Not a doctor for prescribing medicine just to block off sadness. You need to start from the problem. if not eating is the problem for your depression. then start from your diet. listen to your body and not your pleasure cravings of food.

Gelene Johnston 5

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Sunday 22 March 2020 13:30

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kfchicken 31

Sunday 22 March 2020 1:56

talk therapy can be really helpful, and try not get too down on yourself. go talk to your doctor and see where to go from here. It can take time to find the right medication for things like this, and it's not unusual to safely with the help of a doc try a few to see what works best for you. also if your doctor doesnt tell you (which they should) ask about side effects, weight gain and change in apetite is not uncommon in mood and hormone altering medication.

ashbashlove 2

Sunday 22 March 2020 8:17

DirtySalamander 9

Sunday 22 March 2020 13:38

I wouldnt say an eating disorder is a mental disorder. it's more of that your trying to feel an empty space with food. it's like you're trying to cover the surface of the hole and the actual hole. trust me, you are just looking for an escape and that's not it. you have to face the problem and really look at yourself. is that what you really want to look like?