Chippie - It's great that you found this site. That means that you are looking for a way to change and find a healthier way to deal with the stress and sadness in your life. Please take the next step....contact the school's counseling center. You can get help for free from someone who won't freak out and judge you for your SI. They have lots of experience working with people who do the same thing. It really helps to talk to someone in person and they can make sure you stay safe while you work through the stress of being away at school, and all those papers you have to write, and piles of works, and friends who don't get it, etc. Please call and make an appointment.

Of course, the people here will be tons of support for you too! There are some wonderfully understanding and supportive people here. You did a GREAT thing by coming here.

I'm glad to meet you and hope you have a SAFE day.

Emmy

"If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion." -- The Dalai Lama