Im a teenager suffering from self harm and sexual assault recovery
I was raped February 2022 by one of my closest friends i was 14 and turned 15 in April
Im only a teenager and i cant cope anymore
@ankestrauss456
Hey buddy,
I too have experienced such a trauma. I would like to start by saying that self harm isn't the way. No matter how you harm yourself, doing it isn't a healthy coping mechanism.
Please, when you can, inform an adult about what has happened. A parent, guardian, counselor, any trusted adult you're able to talk to.
I recommend trying at least of these coping mechanisms:
- Drawing/painting/any form of art
- Listening to music/creating music
- Try something new!
- Bake/cook
- Reading/writing
- Playing video games
Let me know if any of these have helped you <3
Wishing you the best!!
I've tried most of these but my mind keeps going back to causing me pain over and over again
@ankestrauss456
Continue trying with different coping mechanisms until you find the ones right for you and your mind. It may take a while, but try to find some!! You are strong, I know you are, so please keep on trying and don't cave in.
@ankestrauss456 It sounds like you are experiencing flashbacks and coping with the uncontrolled pain you feel inside by causing yourself pain you can control. These resource may be helpful to you in processing your feelings and finding more positive ways to cope: https://www.7cups.com/traumatic-experience-help/ https://www.7cups.com/self-harm/ You might also consider talking to a teen listener if you think it might help. I hope you find peace and healing. Much of your life still remains ahead of you. With time, with support, you can overcome this and go on to find happiness in life.