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Re: my parents found out -
May 23rd 2015, 01:24 AM
Hi sweet.
I've was in your position when I was around 16, so I can honestly relate to how you're feeling right now.
It's hard enough to have your parents find out about you self harming once, never mind when they find out you've relapsed. However, you must remember that they know you struggle with self harm and so are likely to want to help. That's what I found with my parents anyway.
It can be difficult to get over the initial shock, guilt and embarrassment of being 'outed' but from my experience the sooner you let them in, the easier it is for them to help you. It's not an easy conversation so I'm not going to sit here and tell you that it's a piece of cake. There might be tears and shouting from both sides but you have to remember that they care about you and want the best for you. It's difficult for them to see their child struggling.
Try to see this as an opportunity to recover and receive the help you deserve.
Best wishes,
Charlotte x
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