Cutter

[onelittlerose]

I've promised my boyfriend and family I wouldn't cut but at this point it's all become too much and I need to. What do I do now?

[Pacobusta1970]

Hey!what do you mean by cut?

[onelittlerose in reply to Pacobusta1970]

When my anxiety becomes to much I'll cut or scratch at the inside of my elbow to relieve tension and panic

[Pacobusta1970 in reply to onelittlerose]

Really?

Do you have to go that far?

How do you feel after you cut your self?

Is that your only way out when you feel tension and panic?

[Pacobusta1970]

Have you try watching some videos on YouTube about how to deal with panic and anxiety?

Are you on medication?

What type of medication do you take?

I’ve been taking Paxyl 40mm for almost 15 years and it works for me,perhaps you need to talk with your Doctor about increasing your dose or changing to something else i would think 🤔 no?im just trying to help out

I don’t think cutting your self is a good idea.

[Agora1]

onelittlerose, I'm sure you meant your promise when you made it but like anything else in life, sometimes things get so overwhelming that one person can't do it alone. In order to find another way to release your stress or pain causing you to cut, you need professional guidance. A qualified therapist can help you overcome this habit and keep you safe at the same time. Cutting is an emotional habit and with the right approach may be able to be broken. You are a beautiful young woman who doesn't deserve to be marred by the cuts of a mental disorder. Look for the help you need in making your life complete. You apparently have the talent and grace to have achieved all the things you have in life. I wish you well. It can be done. xx

[Windy101]

A treatment program for cutters: Dialectical behavior therapy is what's supposed to work best now (I say that as a regular person, not a therapist). If this is an on-going problem with promises and loved ones involved, my suggestion is to call your local community mental health center and see what they have to offer. Sending you warm wishes and a hug.