Yesterday I went into one of my screaming shouting crying crazy PMT rages and I punched myself in the hand repeatedly as hard as I could (imagining it was someone from my childhood's face). Completely out of control, I wasn't fully aware of what I was doing because I was caught up in the anger, the only thing that stopped the anger was getting drunk enough to go to sleep.
When I woke up this morning I couldn't move my thumb and my hand is purple.
What happens if I flip into one of those rages when other people are around? Would I attack them? I was on my own this time luckily. I've never hit anyone in my life and I really don't ever want that to happen.
I'm really scaring myself with how angry I'm getting.
What to do?
2007-02-12 21:40:55 · 31 answers · asked by v stupid 2 in Health ➔ Other - Health
PMT may have been an influence, but that is way more. You need to talk out some of your anger with a qualified professional, or at least a close friend. Forgiveness is one of the most important things in life. You're angry because of something in the past, but the past can only hurt us if we continue to let it. You've got to forgive so that you can move on from the past. Life and joy are waiting for you in the present.
You've got to find new ways of dealing with pain. Old way: getting angry, losing it, getting drunk. * New way: talking it out, forgiving, deep breathing, relaxing your thoughts.
You are in control of your thoughts even if it doesn't seem like it sometimes. No one thinks in your head but you. If you can't find a professional or friend you trust, the following books have made a world of difference to me: Louise Hay's "You Can Heal Your Life" (http://www.amazon.com/You-Can-Heal-Your-Life/dp/1561706280/sr=8-2/qid=1171364118/ref=pd_bbs_2/002-9861620-6501630?ie=UTF8&s=books) and Gary Reynard's "The Disappearance of the Universe"
Best wishes. I know you can get through this with a bit of forgiveness. Forgiving others, but also yourself. *Much love*
2007-02-12 21:56:16 · answer #1 · answered by Lily 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would suggest that the attack on yourself is a form of self harm. Is there something that set off your rage and is this the first time it has happened?. I would say that you would be too embarresed to do this in front of anyone else so doubt you are a harm to others. You say it was in a crazy PMT rage, I found that my pill was sending me crazy, you may just not be compatible to the one you are on (if it could be this).
If you are worried, and I think by posting on here you are, then you should see your doctor. In any event your hand needs looking at...it might be a good idea to do that all in one go as the doc will see what extent you anger reached last night.
My advice would be to lay of the alcohol and take some good exercise. If you find it hard to sleep then a couple of syndol headache pills will probs knock you out. Good luck and don't be too hard on yourself, talk to someone. :0) x
2007-02-13 05:51:30 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
PMT is'nt the cause of your anger, although it may make your anger worse. It is obvious you have issues from your past, and you need to see a therapist very soon.
As someone who as seen a lot of children from fostering, with issues like yourself, then you may not be a danger to others yet, but you will be if you do not get therapy. Getting drunk is not the answer, and can only lead in a downward spiral.
2007-02-13 05:56:28 · answer #3 · answered by championis 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No not dangerous, just angry and sad?. I doubt you'd attack somebody random, it seems like you're focusing your rage on someone in particular and really only ended up hurting yourself! It's not a good way to go on though, there's clearly a reason for your anger, if you think it would help talk to your GP who can at least provide you with options that may alleviate these outbursts. Hope you stop being scary soon!
2007-02-13 05:49:50 · answer #4 · answered by Flossie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take it from someone who's been there, you can very easily end up hurting someone. It sounds like it could easily escalate for you. You need to get in with your Dr., tell him what you have told us here, and then listen to his suggestions. If he shrugs it off, then find another Dr. Don't let this go until it escalates. From what you are telling us, it sounds like you could also use therapy or anger management to help you deal during those times and focus on something to diffuse the temper, and maybe even go on meds for a short time or longer. Don't give up hope. I completely understand and I also know how scary it is to lose control and not know what is wrong with yourself that you get like this. But one thing is sure: you do NOT need to drown your feelings in alcohol/drugs. Nor do you need to use alcohol to control the impulse. I wish you the best.
2007-02-13 05:51:00 · answer #5 · answered by mrs_latenite 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
1) Go get the hand looked at. You may have broken it (or part of it).
2) While you're there, ask them to refer you for a psych consult. This is meant in all seriousness...if they take one look at your hand and hear your story, they'll move faster than if you just call for an appointment.
Don't blow this off. You rightly point out that people's safety is on the line. I'd lay off all drinking and recreational drug use, too (if applicable). Be honest with the doc about your circumstances...if you game the doc, he can't help.
2007-02-13 05:51:09 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like therapy is in order. You should also try to explore other, more therapeutic, ways to vent your anger. You sound like a loose canon, you could eventually take this out on an unsuspecting victim. Take a deep breath every now and then. Good luck.
2007-02-13 05:46:18 · answer #7 · answered by Molly 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Were you drunk in the first place? If so, leave the booze alone. If not, talk to someone like a Psychiatrist. I'm not saying you're mad, just that if this is happening often then you need to get it sorted before someone is seriously hurt- and that someone could be you.
2007-02-13 05:49:06 · answer #8 · answered by Amy R 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to explain exactly whats going on to your doctor because one day you could really harm yourself or someone else .
May be your doctor can prescribe something for you or put you in touch with someone who specialises in PMT
2007-02-13 08:28:42 · answer #9 · answered by Black Orchid 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should seek counseling as soon as possible so that you do not have to worry about what you would do if other people were around. There also may be medications that will help you. With continued counseling you may be able to quit hurting yourself too. Good Luck.
2007-02-13 05:47:10 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋