hey i just joined the site 5 minutes ago im only 12 and ive been injuring for 1 year. My sister knows i used to injure she dosent know i still do. i am scared and i cant tell my mom.
Welcome. This is a great site and a good resource. Have you read the book bodily harm. If you can’t tell your mom, maybe you can tell her you are doing research and maybe then she can help you get the book.
Talk to someone that you trust. I know that it is hard. You can’t predict how your mom (or anyone else, for that matter) will react to your honesty. However, if you can reach out (which you already have…), you can help yourself. Since your sister already knows that you ‘once have’ maybe she could be a support for you.
I’m 12 years old too. I have only told 2 people, and my best friend found out from one of them. The other decided I was a freak and didn’t want to be my friend anymore. I know you’re scared because I’m there too. Keep trying and tell me when you tell someone. You are not alone!
Welcome. This is a great site and a good resource. Have you read the book bodily harm. If you can’t tell your mom, maybe you can tell her you are doing research and maybe then she can help you get the book.
Talk to someone that you trust. I know that it is hard. You can’t predict how your mom (or anyone else, for that matter) will react to your honesty. However, if you can reach out (which you already have…), you can help yourself. Since your sister already knows that you ‘once have’ maybe she could be a support for you.
I’m 12 years old too. I have only told 2 people, and my best friend found out from one of them. The other decided I was a freak and didn’t want to be my friend anymore. I know you’re scared because I’m there too. Keep trying and tell me when you tell someone. You are not alone!
hey rachel i told my mom!(and dad) they didint even judge me. I am seeing a schicayatrist 6 times a month now thanks!