My little sister cut herself!!!

[SilentCutter]

Today I saw her wrist. They werent deep but she still did it. I feel its my fault becuz she knew I did it before. T.T I feel like a failure as a big sister. Im supposed to show a good example. It was one thing when I did it, I mean idnt care what I did nw shes doing it. I couldnt tell my parents cuz nw theyll know each of their daughters have self harmed at one point:(

[ackmedsgirl666]

you cant just let it go
shes younger and thats a serious problem
you need to consult with someone about this before it does get worse
if she continues to self harm it will become an addiction and she will run into serious problems. be the bigger sister by getting her help!!

[svt time]

+1 With Lil Marie. Maybe See a counselor at school and have them assess your situation better. They are there to help you!

Good Luck

[Desuetude]

Sit her down and explain to her, talk to her about how it's not right, how it's so easy to get addicted and how it can ruin peoples lives.

Don't let it go because you know how easily it can spiral out of control, she needs you. Be there for her as someone she can go to, to talk to if she needs to get things out. Allow her to open up to you so you can be her source of comfort and security. Think about all the things you'd like someone to do and do them for her. I know you might not have gotten the same treatment and you are not a failed sister. She might have gotten the idea from you but it is hardly your fault, it was her choice and she can make up her mind for herself. Now though, you can try and prevent things going any further, educate her on the dangers and just be the best sister you can.

If she doesn't listen to you or you think things are getting out of control then maybe, as stated above, try speaking to a school counselor or someone that could help her. They might be able to get through to her. Just don't give up, be her stone and hopefully it will make you feel better knowing she's okay and being there for her, as well.

[SmexiLexie510]

I cannot comprehend how you must be feeling right now- my sibling means everything to me- I am 100% with everything everyone has posted. You need to think about your sister right now, not your parents. I will hurt your parents even more if she doesn't get the help she needs.

If you haven't already, just speak to her. Talk to her about how serious it is, why she's doing it, if you can help in any way and you could also try and persuade her to tell your parents herself.

I don't know if you are seeing any kind of therapist or if she is, or if you both have guidance counselors etc, but maybe, if you have a therapist, you could talk to her/him/them about the best way to move forward, yourself, with her or your parents, in this situation.

You are doing the right thing if you interfere and if yo are concerned, so don't worry about getting it wrong, or doing the wrong thing etc.

Stay aware and don't give in <3

Best wishes and my thoughts are with you both.

[SilentCutter]

Thank you all. This was very helpful. And I did talk to the my school counselor.

[xXJust Jump ItXx]

Im sorry :( Well people gave input and its good you did! I have a niece and shes a couple years younger than me... But Ive talked to her about cutting, she doesnt cut but Id not want her to. Shes like my little sister, I wish the best of luck for the both of you.