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Why do I cut myself?


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Your life and well being is not worth the risk of severely injuring yourself. ChaCha cares about you and wants you to speak to someone who understands and can help: 1-800-DONT-CUT (366-8288), or www.selfinjury.com - You're important to us!

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Cutting and self-harm are often ways to express deep distress and cope with painful memories. And although you may want to stop, you may not know how to begin. ChaCha on!

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Cutting is a very effective "home remedy" for anxiety, It's also an impulsive act done to regulate mood. It helps to talk about it

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Some reasons for cutting include impulsiveness, a way to distract from personal pain, feelings of control, and peer pressure.MORE?

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People "self-injure" usually in response to stress or trauma. Get professional help by calling 1-800 DON'T-CUT. ChaCha on!

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People who cut themselves just never learned positive ways to deal with feelings & emotions for various reasons. Get help, please

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