How do you deal with someone cutting themself for because of you?

Answer 1

First and foremost be sure to thank them for trusting you enough to tell you. Admitting it is the first step to stopping it, and it probably means that they are ready to do something about it.

Secondly, ask them what they want to do about it and how you can help. Remember that sometimes all you can really do is be there for them to talk to when they need it and wait until they are ready to get help. You can't do it for them, no matter how much you may want to.

Tell them that you don't like that they are doing this but that it doesn't change the way you feel for the person. A person who cuts tends to feel very alone, do what you can to reassure them that they are not alone in this. In fact cutting is amazingly common especially among teens.

Remember cutting isn't always a prelude to suicide. Treat it like an addiction. Although, if you have reason to believe that the person is planning suicide call the suicide hot line (it's very easy to remember) 1-800-SUICIDE.

Cutting is as real an addiction as Alcoholism, and just as damaging to everyone involved, and just like alcoholism there is help available for those who are ready to accept it.

Answer 2

If you have a friend or just someone you know that cuts themselves , give then a lot of support. I would not recommend large interventions because they often make the victim feel the need to cut themselves even more from the stress. Talk to them about it to see the cause of their cutting. Don't go to a guidance consular unless that person is okay with that. Only in cases that your friend is in danger of dying should you go to authorities without their consent . But don't spread it as a rumor either because that can cause the cutter to cut more also from the stress. But for now support is best.

Answer 3

I have been down that road many times with a friend of mine. Let them know how much you care about them and how upset you get when they tell you they cut themselves. Give them a support system and make sure they know they can come to you whenever they feel like cutting and talk to you instead of cut. i always tell my friend my door is always open and if it means waking me up in the middle of night then you cutting, then I'd gladly let you in and stay up to talk. Just keep a positive attitude and always makes sure they know you care about them.

Answer 4

nobody can make anoher person self harm. if somebody decides to cut themselves, then that is on them. dont pput yourself down for someone elses actions. i have cut myself for 4 years, and i would never tell anyone that they made me make the descision to cut myself. it is not your fault, i promise you.

Answer 5

professional help. and understanding on your part even if you don't just be there now matter what

Answer 6

dude, u should serioudly contact a doctor! this is a sign of bad depression. GET HELP BEFORE THE PERSON TURNS SUICIDAL

Answer 7

If your friend is stabbing herself you need to seek immediate medical and phsyciatric help! She may be going through something tough in her life so counseling would do her good also.

Answer 8

Talk them out of it and tell them the wrongs.

Answer 9

By getting them the medical and mental help they need.