Adding Reply Archived Topic: It will not be bumped to the top of the forum. Topic I feel so helpless Membername   Not a member? Sign Up Free (takes 20 seconds) Password   Forgotten your password? Post Font: Verdana Arial Black Georgia Comic Sans Impact   Size: Tiny Normal Big Huge   Color: Default Dark Red Red Orange Brown Green Olive Cyan Blue Dark Blue Indigo Black [ Check Spelling ] [ Post Preview ] [ LiveTags ] FAQ Keyword Search: Post Options Favorites Manager Notify me of new replies to this topic by email Notify me of new replies to this topic by private message Original Post Perfect Mismatch Posted at 2:41 pm on Dec. 14, 2008 My friend Becky sends me e-mails, as I'm now 5 hours from home at uni. It's just, recently, she's been really down. Now, with anyone else, I wouldn't be as concerned, but I worry so much about her because we both suffer from depression. She sent me something today, and said sorry for writing to me, and that it was easier than 'picking up a knife'. Bearing in mind she was a past self harmer, I'm so worried. I won't be able to get home till the 20th. I'd love to jump on a train right now, but I have to stay for a presentation . I am so scared that she will try something stupid again, even though she's told me before that she's 'stronger'. If anything does happen, I will NEVER forgive myself. I don't know what to do. Apart from sending messages saying I'll be back soon and trying to reassure her, I don't know what else I can do.

Replies Points Posted at 3:29 pm on Dec. 14, 2008 Can you call her? Can you call her family and ask if she's there? Or maybe get someone to check she's okay? Send her an e-mail back asking what's wrong. You never know, it might just be one night; like a bad day. I've had nights where I've felt awful; everyone has them. Maybe tell her you're worried? You don't want her to harm herself and try to hold out if she can. I'd call her though; if possible. I hope it gets alright for you. Also, the phrase "Sorry for writing to you, but it's easier than picking up a knife." makes me think that she wrote to you, so she wouldn't cut. QueenOfGeeks Posted at 2:48 pm on Dec. 14, 2008 Call her, tell her that you're worried about her. redhotchilis64 Posted at 2:47 pm on Dec. 14, 2008 Let someone else know that's closer to her, and reach her as soon as possible. Make sure to take a quick action, don't let her hurt herself. All 3 previous replies displayed.