Im am not saying for people to self injure themselves, nor do I want anyone to. I'm just saying if anyone needs someone to talk to about it then I am an option. Talking to someone who has been through this and understands it is a real help to the individual who does self injure. You are right about it being a coping mechanism but it is not illogical in the slightest. I'm sure when you really angry, lost, depressed, numb or dont feel like you belong you do something that helps you deal with it. Some people write, others self please themselves(fapping),
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