jennifer,

When you say M.A. program, are you meaning Masters grad work ? or is there another meaning to M.A. ?

Even though you are opposed to meds, I suggest you consider meds as a safer alternative to 35 pounds of weight gain. I am opposed to anxiolitics (benzos, Xanax, Valium, etc) but there are meds that can help you get past you current struggles with limited risks.

What doses of B vitamins and anti-oxidants are you taking daily ?

I bet you are a Type A personality. They usually struggle the most as their life gets shut down by PCS. The struggle to redirect that Type A energy can be difficult. Note that my signature verse is about transitioning from a Type A to a less stressed life. Achievement is great but at what cost ?