What is bad about cutting/self injuring??

Question

Is there anything?

Answer 1

Everything. Why do you think hurting yourself would be good?

Answer 2

You are hurting yourself. That. Is. Bad.

One slip up and your dead. Bad.

Answer 3

ya .. it's like a cry for help.

it shows that you are unhappy  

Answer 4

Yes, it injures your skin/body, it leaves scars that are physical and emotional, and I know there are other ways out there to help. I'm a self harmer and find dancing or art is a healthier way of releasing the energy/anger/frustration. If you feel the need for cutting or self harming, you might want to talk to a professional who knows more about these issues. Know you're not alone and there is help.

Answer 5

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Answer 6

I think the bigger question is - what is good about it.  I don't understand why anyone would do it.

Answer 7

I think I can answer this question as I am a recovered cutter.

First of all, I know why I did it. Maybe you did it for a different reason. I did it because of how much pain I felt on the inside...and I wanted my outside to match my inside. My father abused me, and I took it out on my skin. I would get high and cut myself. I cut up my shoulders really bad during one session. So bad that I passed out from the blood loss. I still, four years later, have huge keloid scars I see every day that remind me of my past.

So what is bad about it? First of all, it's damaging to your body. Second of all, it's only a temporary relief for what the real source of your pain is. Third, it can leave permanent scars for other people to look at and gawk. To this day when I put on a swim suit, people stare at my scars.

I would suggest to you to talk to someone you trust. There are counselors that specialize in self-injury. Most of them have been through it themselves and know what it's like.

Answer 8

Yes, you are exhibiting destructive behavior.  You are causing physicial harm to your body.  There is probably an underlying reason that you are inflicting pain and injuring to yourself.  It could lead to other harmful acts.  Seek help.  This is definitely nothing good.