Q. I want to find out the mental reasons why i do it and how to stop. thanksss:)
A. Hi,
Iâm sorry to hear youâre struggling.
I think you should check out this website called http://www.recoveryourlife.com/forum/
Itâs a very understanding and supportive website that deals with many problems including self-harm, depression, eating disorders (including overeating), addictions (such as drug and alcohol) anxiety (&& panic attacks, including anxiety disorders like OCD), suicide attempts, feelings and thoughts, bullying and abuse (including sexual and emotional abuse), trauma, and general mental health problems such as personality disorders, bipolar disorder, post traumatic stress disorder, general thoughts and feelings, ect.
You can post about your problems and gain advice and support, itâs full of caring people who are going through the same things as you are in a complete non-judgemental atmosphere, you feel a lot less alone and you donât get stupid answers or the old âsnap out of itâ, âstop being stupidâ comments you get on Yahoo Answers. You can also reply to other people and give them support, advice and share your stories and makes tons of new friends that you can open up to and trust. Already there are over 34,000 registered members.
They have an âIntroductionsâ forum where you can tell everyone a bit about yourself when you first sign up, you get very warm-welcoming messages to help you settle in and find your way around the site and answer any questions you may have.
They also have âGeneral Chatâ forum where you can talk about things that arenât related to mental health, such as polls, humour and chit-chat. Also, News & debates forum where you can catch up on all the news, and give your opinions.
The website also includes âFun and Distractionsâ Share jokes, funny sites, quizzes or useful distractions to help you relax and distract yourself with.
Also they have separate forums for certain things, such as Eating Disorder Support, Self-Injury Support, Mental Health Discussions, Ranting && Venting, Serious Discussion (such as suicide), Moving Forward (recovery based), and much more.
They even have a âShopâ where you can buy bracelets that represent recovery with Self-Harm and Eating Disorders. Also, they have a âGames Arcadeâ where you can play games to keep yourself distracted such as Pac-Man and Super Mario.
The website also contains lots of information, how to get help, beating urges, articles to read, advice, first aid, chat (like msn with others who are suffering), Live Help (one-2-one counselling - these people are not trained counsellors, but people who are normal members of the site but go that little bit further to help others), Supporters who can e-mail anytime, day or night to gain emotional support (again not trained professionals).
The site is free, but to in order to have access to everything available on the website you have to sign up, which only takes a few minutes. You donât have to be a certain age to join (even if youâre 40, you can still sign up, they have a âveterans cornerâ for older members, including advice on topics more relevant to adult life such as university, long term relationships, child-care and employment) The site is open 24/7, all year round.
A lot of people have said that Recover Your Life (or RYL for short) is a community where they feel they belong to, they are able to open up and be themselves and donât have to hide. They come on RYL everyday as a means of escaping their problems to have a break and be able to breathe knowing itâs full of people who care and who want to help - without the worry of them telling their friends or family.
So please have a look, I think it could really help you - especially if you canât talk to anyone in âreal lifeâ or have no one to turn to.
Hope you feel better soon.
(PS. You do not have to be currently ârecoveringâ to join)
Iâm sorry to hear youâre struggling.
I think you should check out this website called http://www.recoveryourlife.com/forum/
Itâs a very understanding and supportive website that deals with many problems including self-harm, depression, eating disorders (including overeating), addictions (such as drug and alcohol) anxiety (&& panic attacks, including anxiety disorders like OCD), suicide attempts, feelings and thoughts, bullying and abuse (including sexual and emotional abuse), trauma, and general mental health problems such as personality disorders, bipolar disorder, post traumatic stress disorder, general thoughts and feelings, ect.
You can post about your problems and gain advice and support, itâs full of caring people who are going through the same things as you are in a complete non-judgemental atmosphere, you feel a lot less alone and you donât get stupid answers or the old âsnap out of itâ, âstop being stupidâ comments you get on Yahoo Answers. You can also reply to other people and give them support, advice and share your stories and makes tons of new friends that you can open up to and trust. Already there are over 34,000 registered members.
They have an âIntroductionsâ forum where you can tell everyone a bit about yourself when you first sign up, you get very warm-welcoming messages to help you settle in and find your way around the site and answer any questions you may have.
They also have âGeneral Chatâ forum where you can talk about things that arenât related to mental health, such as polls, humour and chit-chat. Also, News & debates forum where you can catch up on all the news, and give your opinions.
The website also includes âFun and Distractionsâ Share jokes, funny sites, quizzes or useful distractions to help you relax and distract yourself with.
Also they have separate forums for certain things, such as Eating Disorder Support, Self-Injury Support, Mental Health Discussions, Ranting && Venting, Serious Discussion (such as suicide), Moving Forward (recovery based), and much more.
They even have a âShopâ where you can buy bracelets that represent recovery with Self-Harm and Eating Disorders. Also, they have a âGames Arcadeâ where you can play games to keep yourself distracted such as Pac-Man and Super Mario.
The website also contains lots of information, how to get help, beating urges, articles to read, advice, first aid, chat (like msn with others who are suffering), Live Help (one-2-one counselling - these people are not trained counsellors, but people who are normal members of the site but go that little bit further to help others), Supporters who can e-mail anytime, day or night to gain emotional support (again not trained professionals).
The site is free, but to in order to have access to everything available on the website you have to sign up, which only takes a few minutes. You donât have to be a certain age to join (even if youâre 40, you can still sign up, they have a âveterans cornerâ for older members, including advice on topics more relevant to adult life such as university, long term relationships, child-care and employment) The site is open 24/7, all year round.
A lot of people have said that Recover Your Life (or RYL for short) is a community where they feel they belong to, they are able to open up and be themselves and donât have to hide. They come on RYL everyday as a means of escaping their problems to have a break and be able to breathe knowing itâs full of people who care and who want to help - without the worry of them telling their friends or family.
So please have a look, I think it could really help you - especially if you canât talk to anyone in âreal lifeâ or have no one to turn to.
Hope you feel better soon.
(PS. You do not have to be currently ârecoveringâ to join)
How much are you drinking?
Q. Just did this quiz - http://health.ninemsn.com.au/quiz.as... to see whether I'm drinking too much alcohol... here's my results -
18 correct answers out of 24 questions:
You know that there are guidelines, but you're a bit hazy on the detail. Maybe you're saving all your drinks for a one-night binge â which is very risky behaviour. Make sure you eat while you're drinking, to help absorb the effects of the alcohol. If cocktail food is all that's available, get into the oysters (full of zinc to help with processing the alcohol), sushi and plain corn chips (their low glycaemic index will help you feel fuller for longer). And while a doner kebab at [insert favourite kebab food house here] is always a strangely attractive thing, you're better off going home to some wholegrain toast and vegemite. And make sure you keep one or two alcohol-free days aside in every week.
How about you? Whoever comes exact to or BETTER than my result first wins best answer!
http://health.ninemsn.com.au/quiz.aspx?quizid=162
18 correct answers out of 24 questions:
You know that there are guidelines, but you're a bit hazy on the detail. Maybe you're saving all your drinks for a one-night binge â which is very risky behaviour. Make sure you eat while you're drinking, to help absorb the effects of the alcohol. If cocktail food is all that's available, get into the oysters (full of zinc to help with processing the alcohol), sushi and plain corn chips (their low glycaemic index will help you feel fuller for longer). And while a doner kebab at [insert favourite kebab food house here] is always a strangely attractive thing, you're better off going home to some wholegrain toast and vegemite. And make sure you keep one or two alcohol-free days aside in every week.
How about you? Whoever comes exact to or BETTER than my result first wins best answer!
http://health.ninemsn.com.au/quiz.aspx?quizid=162
A. I scored 22.
I usually eat the buffet during happy hour, food slows the absorbtion of alcohol into your system.
I usually eat the buffet during happy hour, food slows the absorbtion of alcohol into your system.
What are some good Brain foods?
Q. I wanna know some good food that makes you concentrate better like in school. Stuff that really gives alot of juice to your brain.
A. Increase your mental agility and improve your memory by choosing the right foods:
Opt for wholegrain food :
Walk into a room and forget why you're there? Forget already what this article's about? Make sure you're eating a diet rich in a mix of wholegrain foods such as cereals, wheatbran, wheatgerm and wholewheat pasta. One study found that women who increased their folic acid, vitamin B12 and vitamin B6 intake showed an improvement in recalling information compared to women who were not taking a supplement.
Enjoy oily fish :
The essential omega-3 fatty acids - found in oily fish, as well as fish oil, walnut oil and flaxseeds (linseeds) - are high in DHA, fatty acid crucial to the health of our nervous system. Low DHA levels have been linked to a higher risk of developing Alzheimer's disease and memory loss. Fish also contains iodine, which is known to improve mental clarity.
Binge on blueberries:
Research from Tufts University in the United States and published in the Journal of Neuroscience suggests that blueberry extract can improve short term memory loss. Widely available, so there's no excuse!
Eat more tomatoes:
There is good evidence to suggest that lycopene, a powerful antioxidant found in tomatoes, could help protect against the kind of free radical damage to cells which occurs in the development of dementia, particularly Alzheimer's
Add vitality with vitamins :
Folic acid and vitamin B12 help prevent homocysteine from building up in the body - levels of which have been found to be higher in people who have Alzheimer's.
Fortified cereals are a great source of B12 and also contain complex carbohydrates which release energy over a long period and will keep you more mentally alert throughout the day.
Get a blackcurrant boost :
Vitamin C has long been thought to have the power to increase mental agility. One of the best sources of this vital vitamin is blackcurrants.
Pick up pumpkin seeds :
Just a handful a day is all you need to get your recommended daily amount of zinc, vital for enhancing memory and thinking skills.
Bet on broccoli:
A great source of vitamin K, which is known to enhance cognitive function and improve brainpower.
Sprinkle on sage :
Sage has long had a reputation for improving memory and although most studies focus on sage as an essential oil, it could be worth adding fresh sage to your diet, too.
Go nuts :
A study published in the American Journal of Epidemiology suggests that a good intake of vitamin E might help to prevent poor memory. Nuts are a great source of vitamin E along with leafy green vegetables, seeds, eggs, brown rice and wholegrains.
Brainpower supplements :
Two supplements are causing excitement within the medical world. The first Eye Q, a blend of high grade marine fish oil and evening primrose oil, is thought to boost brainpower in children. A study by Durham County Council and Mansfield College, Oxford, concluded that 40 per cent of the children sampled improved both their reading skills and attention spans when taking the supplements.
The second is called Ethos Endymion, which contains L-Carnosine, a strong antioxidant which appears to have dramatic results for a number of conditions: cataracts, improving skin tone, speeding up wound healing, and protecting the brain from plaque formation that may lead to senility and Alzheimer's. L-Carnosine is found in chicken and lean red meat so this powder supplement could be especially useful for veggies.
Also do maths, puzzles, quizes and crosswords .
Opt for wholegrain food :
Walk into a room and forget why you're there? Forget already what this article's about? Make sure you're eating a diet rich in a mix of wholegrain foods such as cereals, wheatbran, wheatgerm and wholewheat pasta. One study found that women who increased their folic acid, vitamin B12 and vitamin B6 intake showed an improvement in recalling information compared to women who were not taking a supplement.
Enjoy oily fish :
The essential omega-3 fatty acids - found in oily fish, as well as fish oil, walnut oil and flaxseeds (linseeds) - are high in DHA, fatty acid crucial to the health of our nervous system. Low DHA levels have been linked to a higher risk of developing Alzheimer's disease and memory loss. Fish also contains iodine, which is known to improve mental clarity.
Binge on blueberries:
Research from Tufts University in the United States and published in the Journal of Neuroscience suggests that blueberry extract can improve short term memory loss. Widely available, so there's no excuse!
Eat more tomatoes:
There is good evidence to suggest that lycopene, a powerful antioxidant found in tomatoes, could help protect against the kind of free radical damage to cells which occurs in the development of dementia, particularly Alzheimer's
Add vitality with vitamins :
Folic acid and vitamin B12 help prevent homocysteine from building up in the body - levels of which have been found to be higher in people who have Alzheimer's.
Fortified cereals are a great source of B12 and also contain complex carbohydrates which release energy over a long period and will keep you more mentally alert throughout the day.
Get a blackcurrant boost :
Vitamin C has long been thought to have the power to increase mental agility. One of the best sources of this vital vitamin is blackcurrants.
Pick up pumpkin seeds :
Just a handful a day is all you need to get your recommended daily amount of zinc, vital for enhancing memory and thinking skills.
Bet on broccoli:
A great source of vitamin K, which is known to enhance cognitive function and improve brainpower.
Sprinkle on sage :
Sage has long had a reputation for improving memory and although most studies focus on sage as an essential oil, it could be worth adding fresh sage to your diet, too.
Go nuts :
A study published in the American Journal of Epidemiology suggests that a good intake of vitamin E might help to prevent poor memory. Nuts are a great source of vitamin E along with leafy green vegetables, seeds, eggs, brown rice and wholegrains.
Brainpower supplements :
Two supplements are causing excitement within the medical world. The first Eye Q, a blend of high grade marine fish oil and evening primrose oil, is thought to boost brainpower in children. A study by Durham County Council and Mansfield College, Oxford, concluded that 40 per cent of the children sampled improved both their reading skills and attention spans when taking the supplements.
The second is called Ethos Endymion, which contains L-Carnosine, a strong antioxidant which appears to have dramatic results for a number of conditions: cataracts, improving skin tone, speeding up wound healing, and protecting the brain from plaque formation that may lead to senility and Alzheimer's. L-Carnosine is found in chicken and lean red meat so this powder supplement could be especially useful for veggies.
Also do maths, puzzles, quizes and crosswords .
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