Posted by Shar on December 3, 2001, at 2:25:21
In reply to Re: I'm sure I'll be black-listed for this one but.... » Greg, posted by tina on December 1, 2001, at 16:12:20
".....No amount of pills can help the way cutting can. So, I ask you, why is it looked upon as an "illness"? Why is it "sick" to do it"
T:
I don't know about 'sick' or an 'illness' but I do know cutting is self-destructive. The benefit derived from it--what makes you feel so good--is in your psyche. I've heard sometimes it is a control issue; when everything is out of control, cutting is something that CAN be done in a controlled way. Sort of like people who take control of their diets and end up eating very poorly and hurting their health (such as anorexia).I think the likely precursor is being overwhelmed. By stress, family probs, work probs, and other things. The lucky thing is that you might be able to do something about the thing that overwhelms you. Or, maybe not.
I've heard other theories as well. You can tell I don't have up-close and personal experience. I sure don't like the thought of you hurting yourself in any way--even if it feels good at the time, or helps you later on.
Could be a great topic to bring up with a counselor, if you have one or can get one.
I believe deep down inside you know that expressing yourself by harming yourself is not good for you. That is enough to take it off the list of options.
Take care, you!
Shar
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