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Re: Attention Cutting Vs. Being Open - February 10th 2011, 12:20 AM
I wouldn't call someone that is self harming and "attention seeking" as you've said annoying, and I think they really need help as much as those who are private about it. If someone was too lie about self harming and fake it just to seem cool or fit in I owuld not agree with that, because I feel that could take away from realizing that some for some it's a true struggle to overcome the urge to self harm.

As far as being open rather than private I think that's alright. While I was self harming I was very private about it, and didn't tell many people, but now that i've been free for a while I am very open with my experiences with anyone who asks. If I could help someone by sharing my struggles why wouldn't I?

For those of you bashing on the people "attention seeking" think first, because they might actually be struggling with things in their own life. Self harm in any way expressed needs attention and serious help.