How to hide cut wrists?

[Anonymous]

I've been under a lot of stress lately, so i went back to this old habit of mine--cutting. i know i shouldn't have. last time i cut myself my parents freaked out and cried for hours begging me not to do it again. so i promised myself not to. and I've been living up to that promise until now. i dont really regret doing so, it was a great relief to my stress but im worried about how my parents will react. i dont want to see them sad again. my boyfriend, who already saw the cuts was extremely angry and threatened to break up with me if i continue to do so. i really need a way to hide these cuts or at least get them to heal really really fast. its way too hot for long sleeved shirts and its more up my arm than on my wrist so i can't wear wristbands or such to hide it. has anyone been through this or have any good ideas?

[musicgurl136]

Hopefully this doesn't make you angry, but I'm sorry. Clearly something happened to you to where pain felt good to you. Where you learned to like the pain. I'm sorry that I'm exactly the same. I'm sorry that you feel that way. Stress does have that effect on people. I think that you should bring attention to it. Either, to tell your boyfriend that he's going to have to leave if he can't except you doing this every once in a while, or to get help so that it doesn't happen. I feel guilty giving you ideas to cover them up, but then again, I was right there too. So, hiding them for the time being could be easier than you think. You can always CASUALLY hold your hand over the area. Such as just holding your arms, crossing them, or have one hand cover them behind your back. All natural positions to be in. You can wear one of those weird sweatbands on your arm. Those things are weird, but its the easiest idea. Invest in a large watch xD lol that one was a joke, but its possible. If you have lace around the house, tie it around your arm claiming to be a supporter, it can be pink for the easiest explanation, breast cancer. Depending on where it is, quarter sleeves can work. Multiple bracelets, I know that's a "in" thing at the moment. I could probably think of more, but that would make me feel more guilty >.<

[Anonymous]

I think you should get help because that's really not a healthy way to relieve stress! But, if you insist on hiding it then under eye liquid concealer would probably work because it doesn't cake and it's not noticeable (my favourite for actual eye makeup purposes is Rimmel 2 in 1 Highlighter and Concealer) It is very very good at concealing just about anything ( I used it on cat scratches)

[Anonymous]

I know it's hard but you need to talk to your parents about what you're going through. You should see a psychologist.

[ladsin]

I'm not here to judge but simply to give you an answer to your question. You can always start wearing sweaters to cover them up, wear lots of bracelets to attempt to cover it, and can put lotion on the cuts (when it starts scabbing) in order to help it heal faster.

All that said I agree with many of the others in that I do not believe it to be a healthy solution to your emotional stress and it is sad to see that you have been driven to this.

[thetundrawolf]

I've been through this, but not with visible scars. There is a scar cream you can buy (I don't know where) and I think it works but it takes weeks.

There is a serious issue you have here that can lead to permanent damage to your body, mind, and psyche. God has been my refuge when it came to overcoming self mutilation. The scars of my childhood and past can only be healed by the Creator who loves us.

[steveguitar]

I just want to know what cutting does for you? is it that you see or hear other people do it when they are down, so it makes sense to do it? why not just have a drink or 5 at the end of the week?

[Asker]

im not sure why i do it. it just feels good i guess