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Does anyone have issues with overeating due to using it as a stim?

DaughteroftheKing

I've just realised I do this. I'm in my 50's now so I can't keep doing this up and down on weight. All my life in periods of stress I'v put on weight, drinking, eating and then when the situation changes I get more regulated and a healthier weight. I just start to notice I'm putting on weight and don't want to end up seriously overweight. I have health conditions that are causing me much pain now and noisy neighbours, long NHS waiting lists etc. so life is full of stress 

I'm trying the well being hub in my area but without a diagnosis of Autism they aren't likely to take my issues seriously - also I am stressed about going as I'm not sure what to expect. 

Any ideas on alernative stims and how to change to them? Has anyine got experience with this

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  • Comfort eating is a common thing, NT or ND. Eating releases dopamine and serotonin.

    Dopamine is related to reward. See the porn thread. It is part of addictive behaviours.

    The problem is you have to eat, and there is really nothing that is like eating but not eating.

    So I would assume you need something to give the reward by another means .

    Exercise, video games and music or dancing can release dopamine. Sex, cocaine and amphetamines are probably not such good alternatives.

  • in reply to Stuart333
    Stuart333 said:

    The problem is you have to eat, and there is really nothing that is like eating but not eating.

    Well you can eat celery or cucumber and it won't rack up the pounds. If I need to eat something (which I think is probably a stim), I'll often reach for a raw carrot. I like the sound and the texture and they take a while to eat.

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