I used to never injure, I was a good happy girl, but now I can’t stop injuring! I know I need help but I’m only 13, and I don’t want my parents to know. I stopped for a little while, but latley I’v been really wanting to. I know I shouldn’t. I’ve made promises not to, but it’s so hard not to! I’v changed so much in only a year, I don’t know what’s been going on, and I don’t know what to do.
I starting SI behavior when I was about 12 years old. I hid it from my parents for over 2 decades! I look back now and wish I could’ve found someone I could have trusted to talk to them about it — a teacher, a school counselor, a friend — anyone! Talking about it is the key, I feel. Because even though I still on occasion SI, I still know it helps to have someone who accepts me before and after. Holding all those emotions in is probably the reason why you are SI in the first place. You are just letting go of some emotions in a physical way. But unfortunately, it’s only a temporary release that is followed by feelings of guilt and embarrassment. My advice is to find a safe avenue to talk openly and honestly about your feelings. It’s not such a secret like it used to be. I would first start with your school counselor or if you attend church, perhaps your bishop or clergyman.
Good luck!