Posted by All Done on March 5, 2004, at 10:01:08
In reply to Self injury board? - Dr. Bob, posted by Dinah on March 4, 2004, at 10:14:31
I’m learning, from these boards, that there are several types of SI. I believe, though, that the biggest concern of adding a board of this type deals with methods of SI that are considered “more” dangerous or harmful. While I destroy my cuticles and perhaps that means I am pre-disposed to other methods of SI, I have never cut, hit, or done anything that would cause more bodily harm than a “bad manicure.” What I would like to share with you is that I have never even considered or thought about more serious SI *until* I started reading these boards. This is hard to admit, but there have been times, recently, where I have felt depressed and upset with myself and I have wondered if cutting would relieve some of the tension. Now, if I have had these thoughts in moments of relative clarity, what might happen to someone who is severely depressed or perhaps a teenager who is easily influenced or just looking for an outlet? I was particularly concerned, stunned, and saddened when I saw a post from a fellow Babbler that seemed to indicate she fell victim to her own speculation as to how cutting could help her deal with a difficult situation after reading others’ stories.
I don’t know if it would have deterred me from reading SI posts simply by reading a warning message on the boards where I wanted to participate. I do know, though, that there are currently boards I don’t frequent because I don’t feel they “apply” to me. Had I seen a separate SI board when I first got here, I don’t imagine I would have read many, if any, posts. Now, having been here for a while, if there was a separate SI board implemented, I’m guessing I would only visit when I knew I wasn’t feeling susceptible. That way, I could still offer support to the people I have grown to care for so much, but, if need be, I could avoid it altogether.
I do *not* believe anyone here at Babble posts with the intent of sharing ideas and I absolutely want those who SI to have an outlet for discussing their situations and individual pain. Currently, though, not every post containing references to SI includes a warning in the subject heading. Perhaps, if a new board isn’t implemented, at least a reminder to include subject header warnings could be posted occasionally.
poster:All Done
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