Urges to Self harm....?

[mammothlight125]

Hello, I'm 13 and I follow a bunch of "recovery" accounts on Instagram and it seems it's triggering me. I was always soo happy and since I've been following these accounts all the sad and depressing things they post make me want to self harm and I swear I have depression now. Also I have bad mood swings I'll be happy then angry then depressed and it's lead to me wanting to self harm myself. I've been fighting the urges bc I don't want anyone to be disappointed in me, or have scars for the rest of my life... But I don't think I can do it for much longer. I've even thought about suicide. I'm lost in my own darkness. Any advice? I've even stopped eating, but I'm now gaining weight which I'm quite proud of ..

[fallenangel]

Well, firstly, unfollow those Instagram accounts, they aren't going to help you at all. Go on, unfollow them all.
Done?
Right then, secondly, tell someone you trust about the way you've been feeling, parents, teachers, friends, GP, and get some help. Don't try and handle it alone. Don't leave it until it's too late.
Most importantly, stay strong ! Never give up fighting, no matter what.

Good luck <3

[kaylee]

Please don&#x27;t do it...I&#x27;ve been trying to stop and it&#x27;s an addiction. Unfollow them and get help while you can.