Ok. lately ive been doing some weird things.
Ive been punching walls, doors, lamposts and anything else like that just to make my hand hurt, and the more i do it the more i like it...
also i picked up a knife earlier and then i put it down before i did anything.....
i think ive heard of a mental condition similar to this but im not sure...
im confused and a bit scared...what can i do?
2006-07-20 05:39:25 · 35 answers · asked by dynasty_general 1 in Health ➔ Mental Health
You`re obviously angry with either yourself and feel helpless or are angry with someone else. If you are angry with yourself, try and forgive yourself, I know that`s difficult sometimes. If you are angry with someone else, but cannot express how you feel towards them in a calm way, then turning the anger back on yourself will not help in the long run. I think that you feel that you deserve to hurt? I`ve got a feeling that you are already hurting enough inside without causing yourself additional physical pain. You`re storing all your emotions inside and they need an outlet, hurting yourself is a negative way, try and express it in a positive way. I used to go and throw cups at a wall! I don`t mean do that, but what about punching a punchbag in the gym? Or running until you can`t anymore, something that takes all of that energy and gets it out. You really need to talk to someone. Please don`t go down the road that you`ve discovered, please. You`re at a crossroads with this, please take a different road. The negative one has a dead end, take it from someone that knows. You take care of yourself, you matter and I really mean that.
2006-07-20 11:08:26 · answer #1 · answered by Poppy 2 · 4⤊ 3⤋
The best thing you can do is to go straight to your doctor. I know other people will have said this and it is probably not what you want to hear, but it is really the best option for you right now. I don't know how old you are or what is making you angry but you need space to explore this.
It is possible that you have Borderline Personality Disorder, check out all the sites to see if you meet the criteria for this diagnosis. This is a serious although contoversial condition, however you can get help.
Please act today
2006-07-20 18:29:14 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, probably your behavior has been provoked for any kind of repressed frustration or irritation, what you should do is look for the source of you're wrath when you found it you'll know how to handle it, or you could relieve your wrath even when you don't know the source taking paper and tearing it or you could strike something, being careful to don't hurt yourself, this would be a temporary solution but don't be scared what's happening to you it's just the way that your mind is using to express something that maybe unconsciously is making you anger.
2006-07-20 06:45:19 · answer #3 · answered by Houston 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Truthfully - and I don't mean to sound flippant - get some help. This kind of behavior is sometimes seen in people who have at some time in their life been abused either mentally or physically. The myth is that someone who was abused would strike out at others or try to abuse someone else but the fact is that they often internalize the abuse and inflicting pain upon themselves is a way of releasing it. It can be very destructive and once started can be difficult to stop. Get help now - you deserve it. Be kind to yourself - seriously.
2006-07-20 05:47:00 · answer #4 · answered by Sonie 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ok. You need to see a doctor. Now. If you feel like hurting yourself right now, call 9-1-1 and they will take you to the hospital.
If you are just trying to get attention here on this website. Quit it.
2006-07-20 05:45:12 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you arnt comfortable with a doc, then maybe a spiritual adviser is more in order for ya, besides a doc will most likely give u some meds that will suppress what you are feeling instead of leading you to an understanding. and i'm not necessarily talking a priest, just someone who knows about the human spirit. but until you get comfortable with someone in that way, i suggest meditation. it helps to focus on yourself and figure out what is goin on in the depths of your mind.
2006-07-20 05:46:32 · answer #6 · answered by da big red juggalo 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell your family & friends about it so they know why you do these things. Once they understand that tell your GP aboutit and they might be able to help you and you might get recommended to try Hypotheorpy (they will try and stop you from doing things like punching wall by hypotising you & don't be worried about it).
Good luck with getting better.
2006-07-20 05:48:22 · answer #7 · answered by Iron Man 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Can definitely lead to other more serious things. You seriously need to seek help. Believe me, you are not alone. There is a difference between self inflicted pain and just a pain trigger, which can effect other people. Get help before you cannot control it yourself!
2006-07-20 05:46:45 · answer #8 · answered by NaturalMom 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call your county Mental Health Department and tell them you are about to start "self-mutilating"
People do this to deal with "stresses" in their lives. They hurt themselves to release "endorphins"
You can get the same "rush" from running or lifting, with none of the stigma of being considered CRAZY or having lifetime scars to explain to loved ones.
Find a better way to "exhaust" yourself and get into counseling.
2006-07-20 05:45:44 · answer #9 · answered by R J 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is there something in your life that you are trying to avoid facing? If there is that might be the cause. Try facing it.
If there isn't anythin you're trying to avoid, maybe you just like the pain. Just don't cut yourself. If you really need the pain try having "somebody" else hurt you. Not badly, but enough where you like it.
Some people just like the pain, but if you go as far as cutting yourself it isn't healthy.
2006-07-20 05:44:46 · answer #10 · answered by Sandra M 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋