wow this thread has made me think a *lot*
i've been si'ing in some way since i was 6ish (wow i thought it was 14, but when i actually thought about the broader spectrum, and not just cutting, its 6yo! eek.. am now 25, and yes its a big part of my life.
i understand about the expression.. the scars.. and the confusion when the urge is there for no aparent reason.
just wanted to say i relate in so many ways.
i also cant use my full name in posts.. >damn paranoia<

~M