Hey guys, I really need help for my friend. She's been cutting for quite a whilte now. I've tried nearly everything to help her. I used to cut and so I thought I would be able to help her because I was able to stop. I've really tried everything, but I just don't think she wants to stop... Right now we have a deal that before she starts cutting she calls me and I will hopefully be able to talk her out of it. I've done a lot of research on alternatives but I'm not sure that she will comply with them. When she calls what should I say to her? I'd really appreciate it. Thank you.
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heh...i should listen to my own advice....
Your friend needs to WANT to stop. Even thought you have been there, she still needs to feel ready to stop. I myself find it hard to call someone when i feel like cutting because it is hard to explain it. I think that you should just say to her that you are there to listen...have her vent to you, and if its about you, don't take it personally. If her cutting gets bad enough though, then professional help might be needed. Friends are always awesome to have when you need them, but sometimes, they don't always do the trick.
good luck with your friend
Your friend needs to WANT to stop. Even thought you have been there, she still needs to feel ready to stop. I myself find it hard to call someone when i feel like cutting because it is hard to explain it. I think that you should just say to her that you are there to listen...have her vent to you, and if its about you, don't take it personally. If her cutting gets bad enough though, then professional help might be needed. Friends are always awesome to have when you need them, but sometimes, they don't always do the trick.
good luck with your friend
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nessa said:
I have to second that. Yes it may seem hard standing around doing all you can but not be able to help much BUT... what you can do is support her. Take her out if you can go to the movie with her and be all you can be because good mental help starts with a friend
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Keep praying and ask the Lord to give you the wisdom and discernment needed to help your friend.
And try to and see if there is a deep rooted problem that might prevent her from quitting, (like a lot of built up anger or depression)
Your friend might also need to see a professional.
And try to and see if there is a deep rooted problem that might prevent her from quitting, (like a lot of built up anger or depression)
Your friend might also need to see a professional.
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