Posted by Dinah on March 1, 2005, at 10:08:42
In reply to Feeling OK... But cutting sounds satisfying. WHY?, posted by Shame on March 1, 2005, at 9:16:05
Why may be that when you've started doing it, it feels good. There are all sorts of theories about endorphins and such. But basically, even if you aren't clinically depressed and anxious, everyone has coping tools to help them feel better. Cutting is an easy one to turn to.
But clearly, not the best.
I agree that more medication probably isn't the answer (I was worse on some medications), but talk therapy has helped me with it as well. I think I've substituted my therapist as a crutch.
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