1. Community
  2. Mental health
  3. Mental Health

I have started self harming

Posted , 3 users are following.

chantelle01039
chantelle01039

I am an anxiety sufferer and whenever times get bad (arguements mainly) i have started feeling the urge to hurt myself and im unsure why? Just recently iv did it a few time by taking a hair grip at the pointy side and dragging it hard across my arm until its red and inflamed. I have only did it a few times and instantly regret it because i then have to deal with extreme physical pain as it hurts so bad and I feel the need to hide it because i dont want anyone knowing what an idiot i am! I just can stop getting these urges and i dont know what to do 😢

1 like, 2 replies

2 Replies

  • Buggsy1978
    Buggsy1978 chantelle01039

    Posted

    Hi Chantelle,

    Very sorry to hear of your problems, trust me you are not alone so no one her will judge you or think your an idiot.

    My first suggestion is to speak to your GP, they might be able to help find the source of your anixeity and give you something to help you through it. If you have already done this and are on any meds let me know so we can have a think of some other suggestions.

    Regards

    Buggsy ☺️

Back to top

Report or request deletion

Thanks for your help!

We want the community to be a useful resource for our users but it is important to remember that the community are not moderated or reviewed by doctors and so you should not rely on opinions or advice given by other users in respect of any healthcare matters. Always speak to your doctor before acting and in cases of emergency seek appropriate medical assistance immediately. Use of the community is subject to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and steps will be taken to remove posts identified as being in breach of those terms.