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Q: I cut myself - what to do about self-injury ?

asked by: DoctorQuestion on December 1st, 2007

What should I do?

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Dr. Nikola Gjuzelov , MD

replied on December 10th, 2007

Depression Answer A3444

You wrote: "Well I feel really down and feel like I am going to cry and this might be creepy but I cut myself!"

Self-injury is fairly common among teens your age. SI can be due to feelings of guilt which is a typical manifestation during times of depression. Self-injuring is a serious mental issue because it can be transformed into suicidal thoughts and acts. You can ask for expert help from a psychiatrist or mental health doctor who specializes in self-injury, or consult your school counselor to ask for help and treatment options.

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