I haven't posted before, so I don't know if this has already been talked about. I was wondering if anyone had information on this topic. I have cut myself before, but only on 2 occasions when I was extremely emotional and I didn't do it deep. I just want to read some material on self mutilation and I can't find too much. Thanks for your help! ************************************************** 08-31-03, 10:03 PM Tree Hi and WELCOME to the pool Angelbaby!
08-31-03, 10:08 PM Kelleygirl Yo, Angelbaby, I also, like Tree, welcome you to our loving family here at Answerpool. I pulled up WebMD.com and found this:
08-31-03, 10:21 PM honilov I welcome you too, Angelbaby, and I hope those links will give you the info and help in understanding this problem. Good luck, and please don't cut yourself again. Smile
08-31-03, 10:41 PM Angelbaby619 Smile thank you for the information and welcome everyone!
08-31-03, 10:43 PM Kelleygirl Thanks, Tree, for calling out that website. Angelbaby, if you want to talk with someone on the phone, try this:
Self-Abuse Hotline
SAFE (Self-Abuse Finally Ends) Alternative Information Line
Provides recorded information on dealing with self-abuse and self-mutilation and treatment options.
CALL: 1-800-DONT-CUT
It's a good number; just called myself. Angelbaby, we do care.
08-31-03, 10:45 PM mattlynda hey, if you want to talk to someone about it, you can go ahead an either e-mail me or just post in here.
my husband used to cut himself really badly, so i have (almost) first hand experience with it, the feelings, etc.
and just a note, if you do email me, and i dont answer, im not being rude. my in box fills up rather quickly, and sometimes i dont get a few things.
08-31-03, 10:50 PM Angelbaby619 thank you guys! It's really great knowing people care! I promise I won't do it anymore! I know it's bad, I was just soo frustrated with so many things. I also want say how great you all are for putting in the time to help others with their problems here. You guys are so awesome!
08-31-03, 10:54 PM Lydia Angelbaby, while I have no information to share that offers more than others here already have, I just wanted to add that your acknowledgement of what you have done as a bad thing and wanting to learn more about it shows a great maturity level and desire to overcome it. Kudos to you!!
08-31-03, 10:57 PM mattlynda well, you found a great alternative to turn to when you get frustrated. get on here and rant. Smile
08-31-03, 11:03 PM Angelbaby619 your rigt mattlynda! Coming here is a much better alternative! this really is a great site!
And thanks Lydia! Smile
09-01-03, 01:10 AM Sherasi Angel, you are so welcome here at the Pool. I am an RN, and if you want a shoulder to cry on, just click on my name and email me.
If you feel like cutting yourself, call those numbers and speak to your parents about getting you some help with a doctor... medications may help with the depression and anxiety you may be feeling.
09-01-03, 01:20 AM MommyTimesTwo Angel
I used to cut, and if you'd like to talk and the others aren't available Wink please feel free to email me.
09-01-03, 12:27 PM kittypal Angel, welcome!!!! I have cut myself too so if you want to e-mail me my address is in my profile.
09-01-03, 06:20 PM samantha Angel you are never alone here. Just click on any of our names and we have all been thru alot of things in our life that will help you with yours. Take care and welcome to the pool!
09-01-03, 06:24 PM jusork She's not doing it anymore, she said she did it twice and doesn't plan on doing it anymore, how come everybody is acting like she is still doing it?
09-01-03, 07:34 PM Sherasi AND Jusork, a person may say they will never drink/cut/smoke again, but the underlying reasons also need to be dealt with (why it happened in the first place). Friends can be a support and help you identify and prevent those causes.
09-02-03, 04:08 PM MommyTimesTwo That's a good point Sherasi. It's been proven that people who evince one self-destructive behaviour are something like 200% more likely to show others, ie someone who cuts, and stops, is much more likely to try drugs or become anorexic.
09-02-03, 04:13 PM Angelbaby619 are you implying that I may start drugs or become anorexic? Confused
09-02-03, 06:28 PM samantha self mutilation No of course no one is implying that about you Angel. They are just saying in general on things here. Sometimes one thing if not treated can lead to another.
09-02-03, 07:43 PM Sherasi Absolutely NOT.
What we are saying, as stated by Sammy, is that people who have issues need to resolve these issues or it can lead to other problems.
For example, my depression has lead me to become overweight. I need to deal with my problems before trying to lose weight or else I may not effectively lose weight.
09-02-03, 08:27 PM Angelbaby619 your right sherasi-a person has to deal with the issues first, and I have actually started to. I am seeing a counselor and have talked to him about the issues that lead me to cut, but never actually told him I cut. I think it helps though.
09-03-03, 01:14 AM mattlynda good first steps angel!
it can be very hard to tell someone that you did self mutilation, but from what ive seen, once you do, its like a weight has been lifted, and you can really start to heal.
09-03-03, 03:05 AM samantha I have alot of issuses to angel. My biggest one is not eating. So I have lost alot of weight and then that has effected my general health of course. Tho, i to go see a counsler and with the help of people on here I am doing somewhat better for now. Its not easy and most of us really do understand what you are going through without having to know your actual problems. So hang in there and trust the fact that we are all here for the same thing. Smile
09-03-03, 08:44 PM Angelbaby619 I'm glad that you are starting to get better Samantha. Smile That's great. It's great how supportive everyone here is. I hope you continue to get better!
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