At least your friend tried to be supportive in some way. Probably didn't know what to say or how to help. Which is still better than the asshats on here pressing YDI.

I feel for you

Hey OP! I've been there, it sucks when people pic congratulate you on all the weight you've lost when they don't realize it's from extreme depression/anxiety. I'm glad you felt comfortable enough to open up to your friend, even though you didn't get the response you wanted (a lot of people don't know how to respond to that sort of thing if they've never gone through it.) Next step would be to tell someone who can get you some help before it becomes a really serious issue and damages your health. I'm not sure how old you are, but if you're under 18 tell an adult you trust (parents, school counselor, aunt, whatever). 18 and older find a therapist, psychiatrist, or even just a GP so they can get you started somewhere else. You'll feel so much better once you talk to someone who can get you out of your depression and anxiety, it's hard to do alone so I hope you find the help you need. :)

It's ok, when I separated from my ex-husband I lost over 20lbs in like 2 weeks because of depression... My sister said she was jealous...

And people wonder why eating disorders are so prevalent in our society... Hopefully you are taking care of it and seeking help. Therapy and medication are amazing tools and a stepping stone on a path to feeling better! Other things that help include keeping a regular schedule, seeing family and friends (even if you don't want to with the depression, try as hard as you possibly can, because it helps.) Trying to make yourself eat nutritious foods when you do feel comfortable eating. Taking care of yourself physically-- whether it's just throwing yourself in the shower, sleeping normal hours (not excessively, if possible-- again, trying to stick to a schedule) or exercising regularly (this can be just getting out of your house and going for a walk at intense stages of depression, or actually working out later on.) I also suggest telling your friend that this isn't something you wanted. The cognitive behavioral strategies of trying to interrupt the downward spiral of negative thinking is very helpful. If you find yourself thinking negatively, just question whether or not that is actually a true assessment. Try to remember the positives. CBT therapists are helpful in this regard, but you can also employ the strategies yourself. Good luck, and don't be afraid to get help. And remember, things *will* get better.

Sorry about your depression OP. Try to get counseling and help for yourself. It'll definitely help you out! All the best to you and stay strong!

That sucks. Please get some help for the depression anxiety, and whatever you do about your weight, make sure that you're taking care of yourself, that you're at a healthy weight, and that you're eating properly.

She may not understand what you're going through perhaps sit down and explain it to her. I suffered bad depression and anxiety and I found a lot of people even family didn't fully understand how I felt and would make comments like this not knowing how much it hurt.

I don't see the problem. Presumably she's not a therapist and has limited experience of dealing with depression and anxiety? Could she have been more sensitive? Yes. Could you have been clear if you were looking for sympathy? Yes. Could you have seen a therapist to talk about your issues? Also yes.

Some people are not nurturers. Either that or she doesn't care about you.