Mental Health WOW Moment

Hi PJ, I read your post and I am happy that you had an "aha!"  moment about how mental health issues, specifically depression, affect how we eat.  I too was taking the generic wellbutrin, and took it for about 3 weeks and had to stop due to what I think was an allergic reaction.  I itched all over and had a rash.  As soon as my doctor took me off of it, I stopped itching and the rash went away.  I don't know if I had the reaction b/c it was the generic wellbutrin or not.  I hate that I can no longer take the wellbutrin as I was doing so well mentally, and I even lost about 4 lbs. as it took my appetiite away, which forced me to think about what I was eating.  Since I did not have an appetite, I did not have those crazy cravings.  I simply stuck to the plan and made healthy choices.  I wish you the best when you return to your wellbutrin.   AW

I have found the same realization. Thank you for sharing. I didn't understand how much I missed out on because of depression/anxiety. I have had to be honest with myself as to why I eat when I'm not hungry. I didn't realize until the last few months that I truly don't like food. I eat to cover emotions and there is a big difference. You are doing the right thing, figure out what's really going on with the eating patterns, learn to address them, and we'll be able to control our eating and our lives. May God's strength be with you!