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Default Apr 18, 2016 at 07:47 AM
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I've found this morning all evidence that my 11yo is probably cutting.
I'm devastated to say the least. I knew there was always a very good chance that my kids would inherent my MH issues I just didn't expect it this young.
We are not the ideal happy home & I know my kids pick up on this. I have a lot of my own issues, but I guess they see my unhappiness.
I've called my DD therapist waiting to hear from her & how to handle this. Figure out what I'm doing wrong.
I did cutting myself so I can understand her pain...if that's what she's doing. I'm 99% sure.
I'm nervous to tell my hubby Bec he doesn't understand. He doesn't understand my MH issues how would he understand hers. And his normal reaction is anger.

I'm not in a good place to handle this. I'm not strong & solid like she needs. I know some will say it's time to put my issues to the side & focus on my family. I need to suck it up & be a mom to her.
But what example am I showing her that she needs to hide away & hurt herself.

Please if any other parent has dealt with this please tell me how you handled it.
Thank you.

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Default Apr 18, 2016 at 03:06 PM
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Hi Patagonia. wish I had a simple answer. One person I know has support groups and therapists that help them stay away from self harm. Some people respond to medicine therapy to help them stay stable.

This article may be of interest. Self-Harm: The Myths & the Facts | Embracing Balance

The therapist and psychiatrist can be the ones to deal with this. Having your daughter supported may make your responsibility seem less.

Be careful to do self care so you do not find yourself struggling with the same behaviors.

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Default Apr 18, 2016 at 03:07 PM
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Definetly a therapist is in order (((hugs))) tc
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