what do I do if my friend cuts herself on purpose?
542778
She's NOT thinking--that's the problem.  People who cut themselves have serious psychological issues and need professional help.\n\nGo right now and tell her parents.  Tell them that she's doing it and that she told you she does it on purpose.  Then tell YOUR parents.  \n\nI know she's your friend and you want to help her but this problem is bigger than you are and bigger than your friendship.  Best Wishes and Good Luck.
448909
I know this must be really hard for you. I understand what you are going through, and know that i can't help you fully through words, but i will try, for your friends' sake. Now cutting is a dangerous thing, if you rupture a blood vessel you're pretty much dead. You say that they are really good friends and they cut, and one is sucidal. Now, you also want to help them but you are afriad of ruining your personal life. Now let me ask you a question. Do you love your friends? If so you would do w/e it takes to keep them safe, even if it means sacraficing yourself? It's like...would you jump in front of a bullet for them? If so, tell someone you really trust. It doesn't necesarially have to be a parent, and after you tell them and want to help them, go to them and talk to them from your heart how much you care about them. And ask them please not to tell anyone about what you did. If they are good friends like you are then they won't. Please take my advice because i don't want to see anymore death...
1038366
Call the police and tell them the story.  They have to go to her home, make sure u mention shes intending to harm herself.  They have to come out. If she is under 18 call Child protection Service and she can be removed from home.  Or if u are able to kidnap her and take her to the ER.  (use to work in one and u would be surprise how many are brought in for suicidal tenancies) They have to treat her.  They can not refuse to take her in.  And ask UR parents for help.  U might be surprise what ur parents could do for as well.  (well I hope they are like my parents willing to step in for a ur friends)
1109904
talk to a close friend....thats what i did. and it turned out that she had almost started cutting so i kept her from starting and she helped me quit. it was so easy....but i didn't do it for very long. now when i feel stressed or depressed. i blast my music and clean or exercise instead of cut. and if that doesn't work...i have my friend on speed dial.
75227
If you mean CUTS then take her to counseling or a guidance department if you have one. But sounds like she needs some professional help any way you look at it. Take her to a doctor or something. The longer you wait could mean more serious problems for her.
606187
What is causing you or someone you know to cut?  You should probably confide in either a friend, relative, or health professional.  It's not easy, but it's worth it - for the sake of your body.  Listen to music, snap a rubberband around your wrist, write in a journal all the thoughts you are having when you want to cut....those are some things that have worked for people I know - good luck and take care!  Know that you aren't alone!!
71462
Tell your friend she deserves to be happy and she will probably need a therapist to help her through this.
981199
go to a school counselor or a teacher and tell them what is happening. They can take it from there. Your friend may get mad at you and never talk to you but will have you to thank for it later when she has a life. She can be doing a lot of damage or could kill herself from it. Be a true friend and seek help for her.
375154
first of all why is she your friend? second ignoring is the best weapon always. just ignore her. her threats to commit suicide is just the weapon to control u. trust me she won't do anything, or if she does she certainly will fail with her attempt.
403544
usually, a cutter is releasing emotion thas pent up. it would very helpful for to learn positive ways to express her emotions. you don't give an age, but i would assume you are teens?  you say she is having problems with her parents? thats not real specific, but if they are hurting her, there are people to help.  remember, most peopole who cut themselves are afraid to let a lot of people know, because they are judged just wanting attention, however i know its not always true.if a counselor isn't available, check out a library in the social service area and look for a book that could help.  good luck to you both, and how lucky is she to have such a great friend like you.
669743
How can hurting yourself be the answer to anything? MY daughter did that for a while because her friends kept bring their problems to her and no teenager can handle another teens problems. I suggest you try to find an adult who can help you or maybe a professional. If you can't afford one they have places that don't cost you anything. I hope you don't cut yourself because you don't really want to hurt yourself I know it's a way of getting the pain out but there are other ways like I said talk to someone who can really help you with your problems, maybe you could talk to God and he can help you through your rough times. I wish you luck with what ever you do.
231752
Sometimes you may have to do more, like talk to the therapist yourself, Tell someone what your friend is doing that makes her a danger to herself or someone else. It isn't easy to get someone in the hospital, but my sister helped her friend and she was hospitalized, my sister spoke to her therapist and they had to go to court. She was cutting herself and doing other things. She really needed the help. I wish I could tell you more of what my sister did for her friend but I don't remember.
98345
Depends on whether that person knew and did it anyway.  And what you did to stop that.\n\nIf the person did it knowingly, then I would speak to them.  Maybe they were trying to edge you on to do interact with the person.  If you didn't do anything except sulk then you should do a paradigm shift and think what you could have done.  For instance, you could have cut in.  Unless the person is a jerk, they would oblige.\n\nBut definitely talk (not argue or berate, at least at first) with your best friend.
874301
Hi there,\n\nTry talking to her. If she is cutting she is screaming out for help but just doesn't know how to get it. \n\nIf she doesn't want to talk to you it is very important that you see if you can find some-one she will talk too. If you can't think of anyone call LIFELINE or KIDS HELP LINE to get some help!!!\n\nLife line 13 11 14\nKids Help line 1800 55 1800 \n\nYour a good friend to be concerned.
35078
You may not be able to stop her from hurting herself, but you can get as close to her as possible. She has a HUGE void in her life, and on top of that, she has added responsibilities - probably too much for her to deal with.\nIn her free time, she needs you close by. The more time you spend with her, the less time she has to hurt herself.\nIt's hard when you are young to realize that... this too shall pass... Encourage her to recognize her own potentials, and encourage her to go on, for her Dad's sake. Also try to give her new focus by helping her realize that her Mom is going through much the same thing, and that they need each other. If she finds new purpose in helping her Mom through rough times, she will start forgetting about hurting herself.\n\nHope that you find a little to pick from in my ramblings. You sound like a good friend - good luck.
834290
the other night you said you cut your hand on a knife, did you really do it yourself? ryan you need help honey. Its ok to see a therapist and get all the things out that you needed to say a long time ago
928240
How do you know if a girl is cutting herself because of her appearance? Or how do you tell if a girl is cutting herself BY her appearance? \n\nEither way, if she is, it's a personal thing. Some people do it for attention, others because of a mental problem, others just for something to do. If you want to know why she is doing it, ask her. Go from there.