Introduce Yourself: "Self-Harmers Anonymous"

[HowlingMad]

With hundreds of pages of posts and a sea of others with similar problems, it's easy to become just another number, another post, rather than a person with a life or a mind of their own. Each poster here has a story that is unique, and I think we should celebrate this... It helps to talk about these things, so I hoped we could get an Alcoholics-Anonymous-style thread going on here. A "Self-Harmers Anonymous", if you will, where you can introduce yourself and get known within the VirtualTeen self-harm community.

Here's me.
Hello everybody :) I'm Stephen, 16, from Western Australia. I'm a cutter of 5 years and a burner of around 1. I'm also pansexual, interested in photography and cinema, and an avid fan of Doctor Who. I've been a member of several Self-Harm forums which for various reasons have shut down, so I hope you can welcome me here in The Psychiatric Ward at VirtualTeen. Thanks :D


Moderators: I know there is an "Introduce Yourself" thread elsewhere in VitrualTeen, but I felt this particular forum needed one so we can identify ourselves within the Self Harm community. I hope this is o.k. with you. If not, sorry, and feel free to remove this (:

[ReasonsForWeeping]

Welcome to VT im a cutter of 5 years burner for 3 my name is raven feel free to post on my wall i will always try to help you out :3

[RustyRockets]

I've literally JUST joined as well, never looked into groups or forums about the condition before. I've been in various forms of therapy for several years (pyhciatory, CBD etc) as well as on long-term medication for clinical depression. Self-harm is a newer part of my condition, perhaps present for about a year really?

Hopefully my experiences may help people a little, I can find support myself and I'm more than happy to talk to anyone. Cheers x

[StoodAlone]

Hi my name is Aaron from north england self harmer for 4 months

[princessjess]

i just joined VT too. ive only been cutting for about 5 months but ive been near suicidal for almost 5 years. and you can talk to me anytime(:

[damaged goods33]

Hi I'm gabi I just joined this site to meet people like me and feel less alone. I used to be a cutter of 2 years but haven't cut for months because I'm in therapy and it has helped but I still battle the urge to cut everyday. I'm excited to talk to people like me I hope I'm welcomed here this is my first time joining a website like this.

[Fiction]

I'm one of the psych ward mods, and don't worry Stephen this post is fine, and actually a good idea :)

So... my inroduction :P

I'm Kathy and i'm 16. I've been on this site almost 2 years, and i've been a moderator for just over a year. I started self harming about 2 years ago now. I've mostly stopped, going from self harming every few days to every few weeks. I also have an eating disorder and i've been in counselling twice for various things.

Welcome to all the new people who seem to be posting here :) If you have any general questions about the site or need any help feel free to contact me :)

[Magenta]

I like this idea. It's different than the normal intro area 'cause this is a bit more specific.

I'm Jo, I'm 16. I've been on the site just over a year after finding it on Google while searching for self-harm help forums. I started self-harming nine years ago at least but only seriously about two years ago. I suffer from a rather difficult to treat atypical dysthymic depression which is responsible for my self-harm as well as addiction and the occasion hypomanic episode. I also have an eating disorder, have been hospitalised twice and have been through all sorts of therapy.

I've gotten a lot of help from this site and I'd be more than happy to talk to anyone. My PM and email inboxes are always open. :)

[Megson]

My name is Megan and I'm 16. I used to self-harm a few years ago, managed to quit. I relapesed recently and I've been cutting again for almost 2 months now. I'm not diagnosed professionally, but I feel I may have some sort of social anxiety problem. I have ADD and I HAD an eating disorder three years ago. I found virtualteen by chance when I was looking up 'self-harm.'

(PS. I like this idea. It could be useful/helpful! :))

[Love.Hate]

I like this idea :)

Hey I'm Fran, I'm 16 and from England. I have been on VT for two years (found it after looking up depression) and have been on and off self harming for the last two to three years, but this last year has been the worst for my self harm and it has gone up a considerable amount. I also suffer from depression and have food problems that I don't really talk about much on here. I'm currently in my second lot of therapy as they refuse to give me any medication unless I give this a good go.

I'm always here if anyone needs anything <3

[FullyAlive]

I'm joining in :D

I'm Louise, I'm 16. I've been on VT for 10 months now, found it whilst looking up self harm help. I've been self harming for over a year and a half erm almost 20 months. I suffer from depression and anxiety. I'm currently seeing some form of counsellor, and have been considered for medication but didn't particularly want it. So yeah, if you ever need anyone to talk to feel free. :)

[Jupiter]

Hi guys! I don't self harm, but if you want to be free, just tell me before you will, and add me, otherwise I won't add you. I want to try a new step program I made up.

[Dimitri]

Hey everyone, my name is Robert (Dimitri), I was a self harmer for few years, when I was 14 I realized I had to stop, it was too much. I am glad to say that I have been self harm free for 5 years and I can sympathise with anyone going through any problems that you may have, My scares are finally starting to dissapear. I am always will to share my stories with anyone. I purposly where my sleeves up, I never cover my wrists unless it is cold, during winter but I am always willing to talk when someone asks me why and what happened. I am proud to say I am free.

[AlmostHomeless]

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[foreverautumn.]

Hello, I'm Autumn (yes, for real ;) and I'm 15 from England. Cutter of 1 year. I'm currently in therapy for the second time for cutting, depression, bad mood swings, anxiety, panic attacks and all that good stuff. D:
I'm new to the psych ward.
Hoping to get some support here and meet people in similar situations

[Painted_Indian_Horse]

I like this idea, too. :) And welcome to VT!

I'm Morgan. I live in Florida, U.S., and I'm almost 18. I'm a senior in high school, and I've been cutting since the 8th grade--so, 5 years?--and only recently tried burning. It's been a bit of a struggle, with different medications, doctors, and my dad only recently found out (he doesn't live with me and my mom). I have anxiety/depression/etc, and ADHD.

Anyone on here can contact me any time, I'm here for ya ;)

[IlM'aime_xx]

I like this idea (:

Hey, I'm Rebekah. I'm from Glasgow and I'm 16. Been cutting for a year tomorrow and burning a month or two.

[UnknownError]

Im Connor and I've been self harming reguarly for nearly two years and I am nearly at my target of 150 days free.

[Life_On_The_Line]

This is a really good idea :)

Hey, I'm Steph, I'm 18 and from Scotland.. Been self harming for about 5 years now, Recently started counselling but it doesn't really help, I'm also new here :)

[damaged goods33]

I purposly where my sleeves up, Dimitri how did you get the confidence to do that? I hide my scars in giant sleeves and baggie sweatshirts because I'm so ashamed. I think you are really inspiring!

[Slytherin_Prince]

I am not a "cutter" myself, pardon the crude reference, but I wish to bid you all a warm welcome to VT.
I hope you'll all find support in the ways appropriate for you as an individual.
I myself am always willing to lend support, provided it is requested.

Most sincerely,
Robert.

[Ambrosia]

This is a cool idea.

Howdy. I'm Lexi, I'm 18, and I've been a self-harmer for five years now. I have anger problems, big time, and anxiety issues. I guess they go hand-in-hand. I'm a Moderator :whip: and...Yep.

Welcome to VT, everyone whom is new! And even those of you who aren't new!:banana2:

[Bath]

Hi there. My name is Bethany Lee, I'm from Florida. I'm 16 and a cutter for almost a year, now.

[bambino]

Hey I'm Amber, from England
I'm 19 in a couple weeks (:
and I've been a self harmer for about 5 years now

[xktx]

Hey Im Katie, Im 16. I've been a self harmer for just under a year, and hearing voices since year3, theyve made me who i am. I probably wouldnt even be breathing if it wasnt for my bestest friend in the whole world Tom <3 x

[xXl0sth0peXx]

I'm V, I'm 16, and I've been self harming for about a year now. I have an undiagnosed ED and Depression, as well as a few other private issues. I've been on VT for about 3 months.

[Sadworld]

I'm Serge, 19, Self-Harm-er for seven years and was diagnose with ADHD and clinical depression. Just joined the forums but been hanging around for nearly a year. Nice to meet you guys :D

[WINDandWATER]

My name is Angela. I am a "recovering" self harmer. Self harmed for 7 years, but I haven't cut in the past 2 years, though I struggle with urges everyday.

[LonelyOleander]

I is LonelyOleander, AKA Michelle. I started cutting and then got 46 days clean and then started again and now I'm trying to quit again. FML. But I will try to help people; as long as they're not bitches.

[bleachX]

I'm 15 and I just got a vt account.
I've been cutting for a year and seen multiple therapists, been hospitalizied, and gone to treatment. My parents know that I have self injured in the past.
I'm still trying to stop SHing and if you need advice I would love to help, even if I don't always know what to say.

[XxEmoCheerleaderxX]

I'm Allison, I'm 16 and I live in South Dakota, USA. I just recently joined VT. I have been self harming for about 2 months. i have been suicidal in the past. i was able to overcome the thoughts on my own the first time. i have recently been having suicidal thoughts again and have been receiving help from my best friend.

[Dying Inside.]

Great idea,
My name is Bree and I am 13 years old. I am a cutter (obviously). I've cut for 3 years, which doesn't seem like a long time compared to a lot of people here. I was sent to a counselor for one month two years ago. It never worked. In fact, I hated that women. I am horrible at giving advice and am still trying to find my way. I'm working hard to stop cutting myself, but it's going to be a long road ahead, which is why I came here.

[PoseidonX43]

Hi im hunter, i have been a cutter for 1 year.


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[kenoloor]

I'm Bradi. I'm from Chicagoland, USA. I've been on VT since November 12, 2008, but I took a hiatus from May 2010 until Halloween 2011. I first started cutting in February of 2010. I stopped on May 30, 2010. But I relapsed on November 4th, 2011 and nothing but short breaks since then.

[MyWords]

I think it's a great idea. Actually I just registered on TV about 3 or 4 hours ago so I'm still just looking around. Don't even know how to make posts yet (and english isn't my native tounge :S).

So. My name is Sonja, I'm 15 and from Iceland. I've been a cutter for almost a year now, but I've used various methods when I can't get a knife or a blade of some sort.
It's really weird with me, I only wear long sleeves and trousers when my wounds are still fresh, but if I manage not to cut for 2 days or more, I can wear my sleeves up. I still struggling about telling my mum, but it's so hard.

I'm one of those persons who like to talk to people with the same problems and helping others, so just post on my wall or something if you want help or just talk :)

[RAWWR]

Hey, i'm Charlie, i'm 17 years old, Genderfluid and from Oxfordshire. I have been self harming for 5 years and have been hospitalised on a number of occasions (The joys) I'm currently 3 days free and struggling with urges but i'm determined to get better eventually.

[beebs]

Hello my names laura, im from London, im a cutter of just over a year and an occasional burner.

I have not told any of my family about my self harm, apart from my older brother. A lot of my friends have or do still cut, so i have a decent support network.

:):)

[Mutibann]

Hi my name is Jordan. I started cutting when I was 13, then stopped. Now I'm 15 and started up again last month.

[dark_soul777]

Hi, I'm Robert, I'm 15 and from Australia.
I've been seriously cutting for a few months. I had self harmed prior to that but never very severely.
Currently, I'm really depressed :( but I've managed not to cut for almost a week :D

[flumeendeavors]

Welcome to VT dear. My name is Brooke, ive been in recovery from self injury for 6 months about, but before that i had been cutting for 3 years and burning for 1. Im here whenever you wanna talk. :)

[Kitten]

Hello, guys. My name is Ciera, and i live in Iowa. I'm turning sixteen in a month (incase your math is like mine, i'm 15 :3) I cut from 7th grade up until my freshman year in highschool, towards the end. I still fall into temptation every one and a while. But. It's my sophomore year, and i'm doing my best to stop myself. I've been a member on VT for a year or two. i like photography, writing, movies (like harry potter!), and im pathetically trying to teach myself guitar this year. :D i enjoy video games and charity work (weird, right. haha.) anyways, there's my short bio when i'm half asleep.

xx

[AliceFaye]

Hi, I'm Alice-Faye, i'm 17 years old and i've SHed for about 5 years (i've been semi-recovered i guess you could call it for 2 years)
I was here years ago when i as about 13 under the UN Faithfull but i've recently found the need to come back and look for support as i can feel myself slipping inot that black hole again.
I like sketching and writing i'm a totally Harry Potter nerd i could talk about it forever, i even write the occasioanl fanfiction :D

[bena3217]

I'm Ben...from johannesburg in south africa...been cutting for a few months...on my legs...i can"t do it on my arms...to scared my parents will see because they think im the perfect son...but its got really bad now...if you ever need help...you can talk to me :) ive helped like 13 people in my school and stoped 4 of them from suicide...i kinda know what im doing :)