I was banded at Stanford University Medical Center on 3/19/07. I was severely depressed for about a week after. I was on liquids for several weeks and hungry. I lost 28 pounds. I know I have gained from that amount now. I have had one adjustment, but it didn't seem to make a lot of difference. I am having trouble in the evenings (and some serious family issues, which are not helping), but today, I am determined to start over--no more sugar-lots more protein. Does anyone have any advice?:help:

Hi Clever, and welcome. I'm sorry to hear about your depression, and all the issues happening for you right now.

You want advice? I guess for a start, stick to the bandster rules. And my second tip would be to hang out here on LBT. This is a great place for advice and support. It will be good to know that you're probably not the only one dealing with some of these issues.

Keep posting, let us get to know you!

hi Clever

i Am Sorry To Hear About Your Depression. I'm Glad That You Have Decided To Start Over. Like Alot Of Us Out There, Depression Is A Huge Problem. I Guess That Is The Part That Scares Me The Most About Being Banded(which I Hope Is Soon). I Am On Anti Depressents And I Worry About How I Am Going To Feel Mentally After Surgery. I Am Trying To Stay Positive, But It Is Tough Especially When I Am Stressed Out Already, Nervous, And A Little Scared About Getting Banded. I Continue To Read All Of These Posts, Because They Are What Keeps Me Going. I Know That After I Am Banded I Will Be Here Alot For The Awesome Support That Is Given Here. My Advice Is To Seek Comfort Here When You Are Feeling Depressed. I Know That That Is What I Am Going To Do. I Know All Of You Will Be Here For Me When It Is My Turn. Clever, I Hope That Things Get Better For You. Keep Your Chin Up And Head Held High. You Will Get Through This.

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Hi there! I am sorry you are feeling so down! Are there any support groups in your area? Maybe that could help if you had someone to talk to about your issues. I hope things start to look better for you- We are always here to support you!:girl_hug:

It sounds like you already know what you need to do....You have a plan, so just go from there.....Don't beat yourself up, just start over....this is so worth it...I hope that coming to LBT will help you..there are so many kind people here....and you need to know that you are not alone....what you are going thru, someone else has already been there.....good luck...please keep coming to the site and post with the rest of us....