Distraction boxes can help you fight the urge to self-injure. Your distraction box can contain almost anything that could prove helpful to you in times of need; in this article, our Community Manager Lauren shares the contents of her distraction boxes and how she feels they help her cope with SI.
Archive for category: Self-injury
Misusing meds
Misusing medication - whether over the counter or prescription medication - is a form of self-harm and needs to be taken seriously. This article highlights some of the possible dangers of overdosing, along with plenty of helpful links to where you can seek advice on moving away from the misuse of meds.
My coming out story – by Lauren
Our Community Manager, Lauren, shares her own self-injury and 'coming out' story and how she feels about the road to recovery.
We are 11 years old!
We are 11 years old now, and we've really grown this year. Read on for a couple of ideas about adult self-injury and exam stress.
My story with SI – by Laura
I'm Laura, and in March I joined the LifeSIGNS team as Blog Manager. My story with self-injury started ten years ago in a fairly 'unusual' way - I broke down in public. In this blog article I chose to introduce myself to you through sharing my story with SI.
Self-injury and self image
We recently received an email from Trisha, who works with people in her community. During the course of her work, she carried out a photo shoot and felt that LifeSIGNS may be interested in hearing about 'Kitten', a model with personal experience of self-injury, who chose to use her modeling opportunity to raise awareness and support for SI.
No harm ‘contracts’
This article, submitted by experienced contributor Charis, looks at the implications that 'no harm contracts' - agreements to not self-injure - can have on those who use self-injury as a coping mechanism.
Life’s hardships and the terror of falling further
Life is hard. The difference between people is in how they each cope with what life throws their way, and for some people, self-injury has become their release - or in some cases, distraction - from the overwhelming pressure of it all. In this article, Jennifer kindly shares her story with LifeSIGNS.
The ‘weakness’ of men
In this article, contributed by Adam, the occurrence of SI and emotional distress among men is explored.
How to tell someone about your self-injury
As we begin the last week of March, one of LifeSIGNS' Directors Rachel offers some useful guidance on Coming Out as part of 'Tell Someone Month'.
Don’t walk the road of recovery alone
In this guest article as part of Tell Someone Month, regular contributor Kaveeta talks about 'coming out'.
Depression, from family, through studies – by Steven
Steven worked through his depression only after realising he needed help and support.
My scars – by Kaveeta
In this guest article, Kaveeta shares her personal thoughts on her scars, and discarding the long-sleeved tops.
Fresh starts and commitment
January may be a time of beginnings, but if you've 'missed' the new year kick-off, there's no reason to give up on your goals - the big thing is to strive every day, to rest, and to strive again.
Options
An open mind and a little courage will show you that you have more choices than you want to admit.