life changes

so i'm considering WLS, specifically VSG. i'm 21 and i've pretty much been over weight all my life. i was just wondering how people around my age handled the life changes? like getting more attention? i think i would feel a little weird about it. oh and i can just imagine what a shopaholic i'd be.

Talking to a therapist is one of the best things you can do to prepare for the new life ahead....even then it's a bit startling and overwhelming... I believe that most ins. companies require a psych eval before approval...I know mine was really an eye opener...prepared me for some of the other facets to "change" I had never prepared myself for. My therapist and surgeon made it clear that with WLS, there is no "set path"...they can prepare you for the "what-ifs" and "maybes"...but everyone has very different experiences... Having found OH, you'll get great advise for every bump you hit along the way... good luck to you! xxxBecca

I agree with the above poster - the way to deal with the changes is to give yourself the tools in order to be able to deal with them. Therapy is always a good choice... or groups that deal with overeating/food addiction.. picking up self help books etc. You really have to work on the mental aspects in order to really stay successful at this surgery.