Is self harm immature and something only "childish teenagers" do? Someone said that to me today. Opinion?
13 Answers to "Is self harm immature and something only "childish teenagers" do? Someone said that to me today. Opinion?"
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Like a lot of people said, I think it's just more common in teens because they have no other outlet. Don't get me wrong, plenty of adults self harm as well in the stereotypical way, but a lot do it in other ways.
I don't like it when people say it's childish or for attention. Even if it is, there's obviously still something wrong and it shouldn't be brushed off.Like (4)
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The sad thing is most people don't know what to do or say when they learn someone has this problem.
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It tends to be most prevalent in teens, but it could happen to any age. And it can take many forms. Is drinking until you're sick really much different than cutting?
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I said the same think. I included drugs in my argument.
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Alcohol is a drug. But cutting or similar thinks tend to leave obvious evidence; drugs and alcohol can be more hidden.
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Nope adults do it a lot. Drug abuse, alcohol abuse, all self harm. Different forms, same behaviour
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no not 'childish' ...they are childish and ignorant about the facts. Its much much more complex than that expecially the causes.
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Different people, age, gender can all do it.
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No, it is not. It is a way of dealing with depression and fear that temporarily provides relief. Attention cutting is different, but still a way of dealing with pain.
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If i had to call it anything i would call it LAZY....
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sorry but i have to agree its childish and immature.
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It's ok. I just wanted opinions. no opinion is wrong or right
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glad to here you recovering.
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I had friends that used to self harm in their 30's and 40's
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That was harsh. But i'm glad you're recovering
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I have been for a while. I'm just hurt by the comment.
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kind of attention seeking, but i am in that place at the very moment so i have no right to say...
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well attention seeking in the way that someone wants help.
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Best Answer (Chosen by Voting):
Posted by Lushiro 1 Oct 2nd, 2012 at 9:43PM
No it's a chronic condition to compensate for trauma, it's a kind of...therapy.
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Reply by SIike Oct 2nd, 2012 at 9:43PM
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Reply by whoflungpoo Oct 3rd, 2012 at 1:56AM
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