Could the school nurse tell my mum and dad about me self harming?

Your story is very compelling and must have been terrible to live through. Do not lose hope just yet. You did the right thing.

You should ask your mom to get you a long term counselor. It is very disturbing to find out a parent is not who you think they are. I found out after my parents that my dad thought he might be (as if he wouldn't know) a pedophile.

It was very scary and disheartening because I had a worry some time before I found this out that my dad may have been inappropriate with his children. You did what was necessary for your father to get the help he doesn't think he needs. Realize that he is mentally ill, not angry with you.

The cutting scars can be removed through cosmetic surgery. However, don't put so much blame/ pressure on yourself to fix this situation. You did nothing wrong.

You did not create this situation. I know that feeling helpless to change a situation can bring you to drastic measures. I cut myself for the first time after my favorite middle school teacher forced me to kiss him inappropriately after an after school piano lesson.

I was 13. He was 51. I was devastated because I saw him as a father figure (and had a crush on his son) and was not very close with my own dad.

I told my friends and mom a day later. Word even traveled around the school because the police took him out of class in handcuffs. I even had to go to court.

He lost his teaching license by taking a plea deal to battery. I just walked the stage at UCLA for my bachelor's of science degree in psycho-biology on June 12, 2010. Traumatic experiences and self mutilation do not have to control your life.

I still need help handling some other traumatic experiences, but am on the right track to a healthier life. My boyfriend has been with me 3 years and understands that I have issues, and has helped me through several. I know from personal experience that you can go through a lot of trauma, depression, and self-mutilation, and still come out the other end with a college degree, understanding romantic partner, and moments of peace.

Some days are still tough, but breathe, stretch, take an anti-depressant if necessary (and prescribed by a doctor), and be honest with yourself about how you feel. It's okay to feel sad, hurt, angry, depressed, or nothing at all. Be good to yourself.

You are a HERO to so many little girls who won't be forced into pornography to feed your father's illness. There is hope.

I read the whole thing (And anyone who plans to answer this question really should, too), and wow. I'm so sorry for everything you had to go through. And I honestly think that you handled this better than most people ever could.

You're a very strong person and you did the right thing, even if it hurt. You should be proud of yourself. However, I do think that you should show your mom the cuts.

Or tell the same teacher that helped you through this. Or maybe a friend you trust. Just tell SOMEONE.

Even if you think you're not addicted to cutting. Even if you haven't done it for a while, tell someone before it gets out of hand. And for your trip, I'd suggest wearing long board shorts to cover the cuts.

I hope things get better. Trust me, they will. Just keep your head up and stay strong.

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