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Q: Cutting distraction techniques

asked by: hope2121 on October 5th, 2008

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Does anyone have any suggestions on distraction techniqes for when you feel like cutting?

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leewiz

replied on October 7th, 2008

Experienced User

First, are you treating yourself for self-injury or are you working with someone? A treatment plan can outline some techniques JUST FOR YOU. Nonetheless some general treatment techniques are outlined here:

http://www.counselormagazine.com/content/v iew/342/1/
http://www.helpguide.org/mental/self_injur y.htm

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