03) Is it self-harm if you cut yourself like 3 times and scratch yourself with your nails and think of cutting yourself??? Please help
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Hey there :-)
First of all, I'm very sorry that you're feeling so low, that you have to turn to self harm. I wouln't advise you to go down that path, though.
It cuts you off from the rest of the world, and stops you from doing a lot of things that you used to do. In the summer, you won't be able to wear short sleeves, if you cut, or give yourself bruises. People will ask you questions; you'll have to lie to your loved ones.
The more you do it, the more addicting it gets, and the further you'll sink into depression. There are other things - there are other ways. I wish I had, had someone, advising me not to do it.
Anyway, scratching yourself obsessively, or cutting yourself with your nails is still considered as self harm. I also do it. Cutting yourself is probably the most common form of self harm, but some people burn themselves, some people give themselves bruises, ect. So to answer your question, yes, that is self harm, no matter how small the cuts are.
I really don't advise you to start though. Maybe find a hobby, or something that takes your mind off of your problems.
Here are some websites that you can check out, that will give you some more information on self harming:
http://www.kidshelp.com.au/teens/get-info/hot-topics/self-harm.php
http://www.supportline.org.uk/problems/support_children_young_people.php
www.twloha.com
www.childline.org.uk
Good luck, I hope things work out for you. Stay strong.
Khaya xxx
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