self harming?

Question

is hitting urself a form of it?

Answer 1

Yes it is, and often starts as this. Unfortunatly is does usually escalate as time goes on aswell so I would advise that you speak to someone now - before you end up seriously injuring yourself. I took over 6 years for me to admit I was doing it and I have had several corrective surgeries and part of my calf removed since due to the level of damage I've caused. I know it's very difficult (I was terrified to admit it at first) but you should know that 1 in 10 people admit to self harm of some type in their life. It's more common than you think. Your GP will be able to give you advice. The National self harm network is superb and can give you general advice, but also help in times of crisis.:

http://www.nshn.co.uk

You've taken the first step asking for advice here! Well done and Good luck. x

Answer 2

Yes it is. In a nut shell, self-harm is if you do something to yourself which causes pain, demonstrates a disliking/hatred of yourself or lack of care etc.

Also, things like biting nails or putting yourself in risky situations can been seen as self-harm. I'm not saying though that everyone who bites there nails self-harms. But in the context of someone who already SHs, then it can get included as one of their self-harm behaviours.

My opinion is that it may be best to talk to someone outside the family who you trust and feel comfortable with, and when you've got a better idea on things, talk it through with your family. The reason for this is that there may be a lot of strong emotions involved with family members which can make feeling able to talk harder. But whatever you do, DO talk to someone.

Answer 3

Yes any kind of physical harm to ones self is a form of self-harm.

Answer 4

Yes, it is a form of self-harm and needs treatment as much as cutting and all the other myriad forms.

Answer 5

yes it is a form i used to do it and it worked for me although most people would not agree with this but i suggest ell noone but your closest friends i told teachers and everything next minute i no im chucked out of school because they canoot garuntee your safety then you have to sit through so many counsellers and it really doesn't work well it didn't for me as long as your only hitting yourself and not actually cutting there is really nothin to worrie about but if you are going to tell someone your family are the best people because although you may not think it they love you forever and care about u so if u tll them say to them wot u exactly want if u dont want to sit in front of some gay counseller tell them that noone can force u to do something you dont want to but anytime u want to talk im here for u if u cant tell someone face to face write it down i hope this helps for you xxxxxx

Answer 6

Heard self harm has something to do with a feeling of guilt...Nobody or situation is perfect..

Answer 7

yes it is a form of self harming. it should be addressed as soon as possible.talk to who ever you fill safest with . good luck

Answer 8

yes and you need to seek professional help,often those who self harm have an underlying issue that neds to be dealt with,so get help,there is no shame in asking for help

Answer 9

Yip, your still harming your self after all. Go to your doctor and get help ! x

Answer 10

yes it is. thats how i started - when i was very young i used to punch my legs. now i cut. but anything that causes harm to yourself is self-harm.