Self-mutulation..help?!


Question: Self-mutulation..help?
I've engaged in cutting with a pair of scissors. How do I stop? My parents are going through a divorce.

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You can stop by holding someone accountable for you. Such as, tell a friend whom you trust--and have that friend ask you how you're doing with the self-mutilation. When someone holds you accountable, it makes it easier not to cut because your using them as a distraction from the cutting, as well as getting them to cheer you up. There are other things you can use to distract you as well, such as the computer. I always go through Yahoo answers (especially in the Mental Health section ;) ) It helps me because I can get distracted and know that I'm helping someone else in the long run. Another thing you CAN do, (but maybe your not ready for) is throwing away your tools, or at least putting them in a spot where you'd have to go a long distance to get them. So, it would be a major hassle to go get those certain scissors if you wanted to self-injure. That's what I always do. I end up putting mine somewhere that I would have to go past my parents to get to them. Writing also helps me a lot, have you tried that? I love writing. It helps me get my feelings out. Drawing as well. Other things that give you the sensation of self-injury is: snapping a rubber-band against your wrist, holding an ice-cube in your hand and writing on yourself with red marker/pen.
Sorry if I didn't help.
Take care! <3

Recovering self-injurer.



You stop by diverting those feelings elsewhere. Write, draw, learn to play an instrument but most importantly, talk to someone. Divorce is never easy and the hurt doesn't always just go away, it takes time. If you don't talk about it. it'll just build up and you'll wonder why you still feel upset. It's been seven years and I still feel hurt because i let it bottle up. Find someone you trust and talk. Therapy would probably be a good route to help you as deal with this.



Cutting is a release, I have heard, it helps to get pain out when there is no other way. Try to understand that cutting in the long run will not solve your problems, and will leave you only with scars, and the pain will come back. Why not try doing something more creative such as writing or creating art, it is a good release of emotions as well. Also maybe you need someone to talk to if you are feeling depressed? If you need to talk, I am all ears! I hope you feel better soon, and get over the cutting! Good Luck! :)




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