Why? how do i stop? I dont do it very often but, sometimes i do and i hate it. Ive left scars on myself. Anyone got any thing to help me with it?
2006-09-23 23:04:43 · 8 answers · asked by sammy 6 in Health ➔ Mental Health
I really wonder most times does anyone really understand me or really care? I am on meds for my bipolar and have a very supportive family i live with but have a ton of issues from my past that is jsut soo over bearing for me at times. As a result this happens..I know its stupid I know i shouldnt do it ....but still i do. Hey thanks guys just needed to talk or vent i guess.
2006-09-23 23:14:18 · update #1
1-800-DONTCUT Help for "cutters"
I hope this helps.
2006-09-28 04:02:12 · answer #1 · answered by The Notorious Doctor Zoom Zoom 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi. Look, I am no expert and I hope you are getting really good professional help, but let me offer a simple thought that might be of a little help. I am willing to bet that you can tell when you are about to do this. Even though you are very upset, you can still feel the little trigger go off when you start your frantic run to the kitchen. That trigger is what you need to focus on. When it goes off, when the urge first begins, you need to plant a little alarm in your head. A warning device to protect yourself. What would that alarm sound like for you? You have to choose how to describe it. It doesn't have to be a jangly alarm clock noise or a loud siren. It can be anything that you feel inside will stop you and get your attention. For example, I planted a little alarm idea in my head to always see a picture of my little dog when I started to get too angry. It always melted my heart and helped me slow down. See what I mean? Make it a gentle and loving exercise to "plant" your little alarm idea. Think of what will work uniquely for you. That way, it is sure to work. And the next time you start feeling that urge, pay attention to your alarm when it goes off and let some love cool your hurt.
2006-09-24 06:22:07 · answer #2 · answered by Isis 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Mental disorders have to do with neurotransmitters being out of balance. The trick is getting them back into balance. This is a two step approach. Good physical health and cognitive therapy. Physical health to provide the necessary chemistry so that your mind can have what it needs and cognitive therapy to help the mind implement the proper balance of neurotransmitters. Sounds a little complicated, but it's really not. Just takes a lot of practice. This book will help you understand cognitive therapy:
http://www.seekwellness.com/bookstore/books/book65.htm
And/or this website:
http://moodgym.anu.edu.au/
To give you a little background, here's where I'm coming from:
http://www.geocities.com/seabulls69/AntidepressantThatWorks.html
2006-09-24 06:13:10 · answer #3 · answered by Mr. Peachy® 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you've got to get to the root cause of this problem did something bad happen in you life that you think is your fault? you need counseling your probably already on medication maby a different one will help! talk to your doctor you've got to tell him what your doing if he doesnt know i know you guy's try n hide what you've done! good luck n god bless you
2006-09-24 06:16:32 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you on medication for your Bipolar? You should start by talking to your doctor and telling him/her the way you are feeling.
2006-09-24 06:11:21 · answer #5 · answered by Indianna 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are self harming, then you need to seek professional help to discover the cause and to get treatment.
2006-09-24 06:07:17 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
please tell someone who can help you get therapy ! That with the right meds can really be your saviour ! Good Luck !
2006-09-24 06:08:31 · answer #7 · answered by Jo Jo Gunn 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
just try to stay calm relax. theres lots of people in the same boat. Please talk to your Dr.
2006-09-24 06:19:43 · answer #8 · answered by blank 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋