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I'm a 21 year old female from Nova Scotia, Canada. I'm not as active on this site as I once was, but I will almost certainly reply to private questions sent to me.
Let's see, about me. I've been diagnosed with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia Syndrome, Clinical Depression, as well as some other related mental and physical illnesses. Despite this, I'm happier now than I can ever remember being.
I've been a vegan since August 2007. In other words, I do my best not to consume anything of animal origin, ranging from the obvious (meat), to the somewhat obvious (eggs and dairy), to the not-so-obvious (honey, wool, silk, and more). I love this life. I have so much more appreciation for everything and everyone around me, and I feel so at peace with myself and the world. I wake up everyday and know that I'm making a difference. It's been a huge turning point in my life.
I recently graduated from high school after an extra three years due to my illness. It was a long road, but it felt amazing to walk across that stage. An added bonus was having the 15th highest average (over my high school career) out of 258 students!
I intend to pursue a career in psychology, first obtaining my BA, and then attending graduate school in order to study for my PhD. It's a little daunting at times, but I know it will be worth it. I want to help people, plain and simple. I want to make a difference. I want to change the world. And I believe I can, if only in a small way.
I think that's me in a nutshell. I also enjoy writing, knitting, multiple other artistic endeavors (including drawing, photography, music, and more), web design, and many other things. So, feel free to drop me a message if you think there's something I can help with.
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I know there's many symptoms of anorexia nervosa, but can you have it without being underweight and dangerously skinny? Because I have all the symptoms of anorexia besides being borderline thin. I am thin, but have a healthy weight.
Actually, I have to correct Southern_Chickety. To be diagnosed with Anorexia Nervosa, you do indeed have to be at least 15% underweight, have lost your period for more three consecutive months, as well as fulfill other criteria.
However, you may well fall under EDNOS (Eating Disorder Not Otherwise Specified) criteria. EDNOS is, as is implied by the name, for persons whose eating is clearly disordered but who do not meet criteria for other eating disorders. For example, this could include someone who exhibits Anorexic-like symptoms but is not underweight or has not lost her period, it could include someone who binges and purges less than the minimum frequency to be considered Bulimic, or other variations.
What's important, however, is not the name you give your disease. If you're concerned about your eating habits, you should talk to someone. The sooner you get help, the easier it will be to heal. Please don't wait.
-Daimeera, 21/female
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