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Jun 23, 2009, 06:08 PM
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I'm 12 years old and I think I need physciatric help. I tell people what's wrong (even though I can't tell them much because I'm have Social Anxiety), but they don't beleive me. They tell me every one goes through it. That it's normal when I know it's not. Normal people don't hear voices. I know this sounds weird, but... I know that people sit outside my house and watch me... I can't see them, but I know they're there! I can feel them watching me.
I've been depressed too... But it comes randomly... Like just earlier I was talking to my friend. She said "I think I'm ugly." And I had an emotional breakdown. I was screaming at her, then I started crying and saying what good friend she was, and how I deserved to be left in a hole to die... After I hung up, (we were talking on the phone) I tried to cut my wrist... I don't know why... I normally wouldn't even be think about cutting myself... Something inside me wanted to be hurt. I eventually gave up on cutting myself... I couldn't bring myself to do it. I also get extremely angry with people for no reason. I get annoyed easily now a days aswell... I hate being alone, yet when I'm with people they make me very, very, very upset.... I don't know why either. Sometimes I get mad over little things too. Like when my friend gave me her extra food and I didn't want it. I started crying. So would someone please tell me how to tell them I need help? And don't tell me I'm fine because I'm TIRED of people telling me I am when I know I'm not!!! (sorry... for the past few months I've had really bad mood swings) And don't talk to me like a baby. I may be 12 but I'm not stupid... I posted the same thing above in the "Awnsers" section. I have to have an anwser soon though. All my patience has been drained... I've been eating myself alive over the past few hours waiting for someone to awnser but no one has... I'm scared... Please help me 
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Jun 24, 2009, 07:25 AM
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Hello KitCat, welcome to the forums.
 I am sorry for the way you are feeling right now but it is good that you recognize that you have some problems that need to be dealt with. Going into your teenage years is tough and with all the hormones raging around but self-harming isn't the answer. You will get good support here but there is only so much that we can do on the internet. You need help as soon as possible. Please go see your Doctor or talk to a counsellor at your school. Or talk to a teacher that you trust about how you are feeling. You do not need to go it alone. Let us know how you get on. 
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Jun 24, 2009, 11:58 AM
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hey kitcat. Welcome! You know what is happening to is not normal and that you need help. I also have a bit of social anxiety. One thing i would do is printout this thread and show it to someone you trust. Crisis hotlines are also helpful, but ultimately, you have to get to a medical professional.
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Jun 24, 2009, 12:55 PM
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Hey KitCat~
I feel like I am going deja vu. I have been through this expirence before in fact sometimes I feel like I am still going through it sometimes. I am 21 now but I think it all started the same age you are; age 12. I am sorry I am having a hard time concentrating. I cannot seem to grab on to my thoughts the way I want to. But I do very much smypathize with you and I really do understand what you are going through. I would love to get to know you and talk you some more. Until then I wish you the best.  Quote:
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Jun 24, 2009, 02:30 PM
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get well soon lots of love wierb |
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Jun 24, 2009, 05:23 PM
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Hi KitCat~
Welcome. I agree with the idea of printing out this thread and taking it to someone who will listen. You hadn't stated exactly who you have approached with your troubles and have addressed those individuals as "they". Are "they" your parents, or other adults who are in a position to help you? Or, are "they" your peers, who will assumingly simply not attend to your needs as they should be. As always, begin with your parents for help. If, for some reason that is not possible, then your next step is to approach an adult who you trust that can help you to obtain the medical attention you require. Teen hotlines are a great source for direction as well and perhaps that can be an avenue through which you can seek assistance. Keep us informed as we all do care. My thoughts are with you. Shangrala 
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Jun 24, 2009, 08:28 PM
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Well... they is pretty much everyone. My parents, other adults, friends... My friends were never much help anyway... They used to abuse me physicaly and emotionaly... I don't know why. I can't really talk to my dad. (I live with him) The other day I tried telling him I needed help, and he cut me off before I could finish, and basicaly said it's normal for teens to have Social Anxiety. And it's not. No one I know has Social Anxiety. If they did it went away quickly. I've had it for maybe 2 years. There might be some people at my school I'll be able to talk to, but it's summer.... So I'm out of luck. |
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Jun 24, 2009, 08:53 PM
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Thank you. It means alot that people care, it really does. And you understand what happening? You really do?  It's nice to have someone to talk to who knows.
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Jun 25, 2009, 01:18 AM
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I started having trouble when I was 15 & didn't get any mental health treatment. It is imperative for you to keep trying to get help--don't give up. I am now a middle-aged woman & have suffered for many years so you don't need to do that by getting help as soon as possible.
You deserve to have someone who listens & understands you. So is it possible to find a therapist or counselor through your school or church or call NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness--google NAMI) to find some resources? Actually, you have a very good outlook in that you realize you need help & are seeking it. So don't give up (contact your doctor--general or family practitioner or internal medicine). You are taking good care of yourself & keep up the good work. |
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Jun 25, 2009, 04:23 PM
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Hey KitKat...
 I'm 32 and I've had troubles since I was your age too. It can be so difficult to get help we need when we are young, especially when our parents, for whatever reason, will not help us. My suggestion is to print out this thread, or your first post there, and if you have to, fake a cold or an injury to get a doctors appointment. Once you're there, you can ask your doctor if you can talk privately. Because of your age, your parents are legally allowed to your medical information, but I am sure the doctor would do their best to grant your wishes and may convince your parents to step out briefly. Show your Doctor your thread, and maybe make a list of experiences that don't feel right to you. Make sure to tell them how it is affecting your life in a bad way. Let them know that you tried talking to your parents and that they blew you off and didn't seem to listen. It's really hard being young and sometimes you have to fight hard to get what you need. But it sounds like you need to be your own advocate at this point, which means YOU need to be the one to stand up and demand that you receive care. At some point, when your parents are able to accept that more, they should be able to resume being your advocate, hopefully. Another thing you could do is speak with your school nurse about this and show them your post/list, or your school guidance counselor/Principal. I know it's summer so you may be out of school all ready. Keep us posted if you like. We'll be here to support you!!
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Jun 25, 2009, 04:43 PM
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I think Elysium has a good idea. Talk to your pediatrician and be honest and please mention that you have already cut yourself and that you desperately need some help.
It is sad that your friends aren't supportive but not surprising to me as I was always picked on and even had my so called friends play mean tricks on me. It may be that your dad doesn't listen because he either doesn't understand what you are saying or he doesn't know what to say to you. Sometimes parents are like that. Try to keep communication going with him and perhaps say, dad, I need to have a serious discussion with you. When can we talk about it? Keep trying. Don't give up. You do need help and that is nothing to be ashamed of. Please let us know what you have tried to do to seek help and how that goes. We will keep supporting you and help you to find some help.
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Jun 25, 2009, 04:48 PM
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okay, if you get desperate you may have to play the trump card...i had to do this once. Faked an illness that required immediate medical attention...i faked unconciousness. Layed down...sprawled out then knocked something over. People came running. Focused on staying calm. Once i was in the er i told them i would hurt myself. Got a psych eval and meds that day.
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Jun 25, 2009, 06:17 PM
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