ill never understand how im 25 now and i still hurt myself! i try to fight it! i want it to stop, i always have! i guess i always thought i would grow out of it.......... until something sets me off then there is just no stopping it!!!! Can anyone tell me if this ever goes away!!!??
Hey CrowLikeDream,
I'm 18, I self-harm, I have been on and off four 4 years. In my opinion, I don't think its something you can grow out off, its something you will have to deal with. People who self harm, are dependant on it, like a sort of relief, to let go of the pain they inflict pain. Think of it like an addiction. Usually alcoholics are very troubled people, and they drink to feel better, and they depend on that drink to give them relief so they don't have to face reality. Well, thats what I think of self-harming anyway.
But to answer your question, its 50/50 depending on the person. Some people can learn to cope without it and some can't. But if you stay strong and get the right professional help, I know you will be able to live without, the urge to hurt yourself.
A x
AandG4ever,
thanx for responding! and i do view it as an addiction! its like a companion in my pain! and i have gone months without doing it! but then i start and cant stop! unfortunately i have been doing it since i was 12 and it just never goes away! i have a very addictive personality and there have been other addictions too.... which i still battle! i am covered in scars which only adds to my poor self image... i keep trying to hold out hope that it will finally grant me peace... but that dream is quietly fading into the background of my inner chaos and turmoil! and we are looking for a good therapist for me... as i have trust issues as well... its difficult! i thank you again for giving me an honest response!
Thanx
Crow
No problem Crow, :) I understand that's it really hard and its fantastic your getting help, because its very dangerous, just in case you hit a vein or something. Just keep thinking positive and you'll get through this :)
Keep posting so I can see how your getting on :)
A x
I'm 30 and I still do it. Some days I feel like I can control it better than I used to, sometimes I feel like it's worse.