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hi, i need serious help, i am suffering with depression and loneliness and its gotten to the point where i am addicted to cutting my thighs, i cut my thighs as they are easier to hide for me, i am always in absolute agony and have to try and hide my limp, i dont know what to do anymore i would do anything to stop but when i have a breakdown its like something takes over me and i just enjoy doing it to myself
Welcome to the community, and I am so glad you've reached out for support!
It sounds like your impulses to self-harm are very powerful and distressing to you, but you also struggle at the moment to find other ways to cope--this is so normal and it's very human to turn to familiar methods when we are having a difficult time, but I'm sorry that you are in so much pain, mentally and physically.
I would encourage you to check out the:
Search for a therapist in your area if it's something you're interested in, and if it is financially feasible
Join the self-harm recovery sub-community here in order to connect with others who are struggling, receive updates on helpful threads, and explore resources and helpful tips including the information and resources section
Or connect with an online verified listener who specializes in self-harm
You can also adjust the filters in the above link to include listeners with lived experience, listeners accepting long-term members (this means they could provide ongoing chats and support to you), or any other filters you are interested in.
Take care! Sending good thoughts to you.
