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Twpy73622
Twpy73622

Hi all, Has anyon found that their anxiety has developed into self harm. Ive been doing it now for a couple of months. Anyone else in the same boat? thanks in advance.x

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  • lynne82155
    lynne82155 Twpy73622

    Posted

    No I dont self harm but are you getting therapy for this?
    • Twpy73622
      Twpy73622 lynne82155

      Posted

      Ive had some councling but they didnt really seem to listen.
    • lynne82155
      lynne82155 Twpy73622

      Posted

      Thats all therapist do is listen

      Get yourself some help from a family menmber or friend or

      do to your doctor,you are hurting yourself so you must get help

      Stay Strongcry

    • Twpy73622
      Twpy73622 lynne82155

      Posted

      Thanks, I know I need help, I just dont think anyone understands what im going through. obviously im not the only person this this situation - i understand that, but i dont know anyone who gets it.
    • lynne82155
      lynne82155 Twpy73622

      Posted

      If you tell a doctor or a councellor you are cutting yourself they will help
    • Twpy73622
      Twpy73622 lynne82155

      Posted

      I have told them but all they want to do is listen. I know thats what coucilors do but because I dont know what to say about it all then we dont seem to get anywhere. I know what started it off but dont know how to control it.
    • lynne82155
      lynne82155 Twpy73622

      Posted

      Ok Twpy this is obviously troubling you or you would not be on this forum.

      Its troubling me reading about it.

      If you want to get to the bottom of why you are harming yourself you MUST speak to someone teacher doctor parent friend anyone

      You are not going to get better by burying your head in the sand

      This is not normal behaviour and if you want to get better you have to start talking something must be making you want to cut yourself

      Take Care

  • smc89344
    smc89344 Twpy73622

    Posted

    What do u mean by self harm? Like pinching yourself? Cutting yourself?

    I pinch myself and grab my skin in a panic...I have no control over it...I'm so scared it's like I'm doing it to focus on the physical pain instead of the mental.

    • Twpy73622
      Twpy73622 smc89344

      Posted

      I cut my self. I started with a kitchen knife but have started using a cheep disposable set of knifes. They are sharper, quicker easier to use.
    • smc89344
      smc89344 Twpy73622

      Posted

      Oh my. That's no good 😔. Do you have a doctor to speak too? Talking about it helps.
    • Twpy73622
      Twpy73622 smc89344

      Posted

      I tried my doctor he just said that I should be stronger, and refered me to a councilor who didnt really get me. Its hard to talk to family because they just say "it will be ok" or " dont worry it will sort itself out".  I some times want them to yell at me, it would make more sence.
    • smc89344
      smc89344 Twpy73622

      Posted

      I know it's hard but u have to try and remain strong amd positive. You not alone...never will be. Everyone has a story. We're all here as a support for one another
    • Twpy73622
      Twpy73622 smc89344

      Posted

      Thank you. I know I'm not alone but feel very empty and need a cuddle now and then.
  • elaine75237
    elaine75237 Twpy73622

    Posted

    Hi there definitely go back to your Dr and stress how bad you feel and what you are doing. I used to scratch, pinch and dig my nails into myself when I was in the grip of anxiety but it's not the answer. Talking does help but you need to tell them exactly how you feel and you need their help. Hope you feel better soon. We have all been at a bad stage with anxiety maybe not doing the same things but honestly you will come out the other end. You'll get there. cheesygrin
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