First of all you cannot overcome an eating disorder by yourself. This is part of the disorder as you restrict yourself with food, you also restrict yourself with help. It is a serious psychological disorder which requires specialised treatment. You are very typical of the patients we see in our clinic as you have suffered with this disorder for many years and so far have not found the right treatment for you. When you say “I learnt more and then didn't worry about my weight but continued to take laxatives since then as I could not do without”, you may not have consciously been thinking about your weight but laxative abuse is a symptom of an eating disorder. I suggest you see an eating disorder expert as soon as possible, that is someone who has specific training in eating disorders.
Regards,
Sue Paton
Clinical Director EATFED, Sydney.
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