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Suggest Treatment For Self Punishment By Cutting Legs And Hitting Arms
My 15 year old daughter has been cutting her leg and now hitting her arms causing bruising. I don't know what to do. She says she will stop but it has been going on for about 8 months. She doesn't want to see a therapist. She says she is punishing herself when things go wrong.
I think, she has some depressive symptoms or impulsive disorder. In that case, she needs treatment with antidepressant and psychotherapy. Better to take her to a therapist as soon as possible or plan home visit. In case, you need further advise you can consult me.
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Suggest Treatment For Self Punishment By Cutting Legs And Hitting Arms
Hi Thanks for using healthcare magic I think, she has some depressive symptoms or impulsive disorder. In that case, she needs treatment with antidepressant and psychotherapy. Better to take her to a therapist as soon as possible or plan home visit. In case, you need further advise you can consult me. Thanks