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When I was 14, I used to self harm in many ways like cutting my skin or burning my skin, cutting off my hair or not eating for days due to my severe depression. I also used alcohol and cigarettes for a mind escape when I was 18 but I got rid of those things. I have not done any self harm in any kind of way in this year but I have been getting a lot of self harm and suicidal thoughts again. I don't feel good mentally and my family doesn't seem to support therapy. I have been like this as a kid and yet they think that i don't need therapy and all. I don't know what to do right now in my life, whom to contact for all of this...is there any guidance or solution that I can use? I know i should get therapy consultations but my family is against it. And i know with my conditions, I'll be put on medicines which my family wouldn't allow probably. Please give me guidance or any help...
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Things need to evaluate
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It's a shame that mental health treatment still faces so much taboo. I can understand how hard it must be for you to understand what you need yet get limited like this. Even if you cannot go and get full scale therapy sessions in your case "dialectical behaviour therapy". You can still start medications that you can yourself purchase or order from online stores as you are an adult (19 yrs). You have every right to honour your mental health. I provide online consultation and therapy support. If you want we can arrange online sessions that way you don't have to leave your house. Or we can plan medications that would help. Consult for a detailed evaluation and management plan. Environment plays a very important role when it comes to mental health. An invalidating and strict environment can lead to array of symptoms which you described and makes the person suffer chronically. I hope you can take a stand for yourself and get the strength to break this loop. Take care
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Hi I hear the deep pain and exhaustion you’re carrying from years of struggling with severe depression that started so young, the old patterns of self-harm you worked hard to stop, and now these returning suicidal and self-harm thoughts that make everything feel heavy and hopeless again. It’s incredibly brave that you’ve already overcome alcohol and cigarettes on your own, and it’s completely valid to feel lost and unsupported when your family dismisses your need for help, especially after living with this since childhood. That lack of family backing can make the isolation even sharper, leaving you unsure who to turn to or how to move forward safely when you know deep down that therapy could make a real difference. Please don’t face this alone your safety and mental health matter greatly, and reaching out for professional support is a strong, wise step even when family resists. Many people in similar situations start with confidential online therapy platforms or helplines that respect privacy, and a therapist can guide you on navigating family dynamics while addressing the thoughts and emotions coming up. Consider speaking with a therapist soon who can help tailor the right support for you—my number is nine two six six seven two six zero six five.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
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You should first get in touch with a counselling psychologist and A psychotherapist to be able to address the core issues and see if any medication is needed or not
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Getting touch with a psychotherapist
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Hi. Medicines and therapy can help. Try discussing with someone who is close to you so that they understand and can help you out. As you are above 18 you can visit a government mental health setup and seek help
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You may have borderline personality disorders, impulsive type , need DBT counselling and medicines
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