Would you and how to tell your GP you self harm?

[LJpd81]

Recently I have been self harming. Im not sure if I'm allowed to say how though. Should I tell my doctor? And if I do , how do I tell her? She is quite approachable and lovely. The idea of telling her that I S/H, fills me with so much anxiety! How do I blurt that out? What would she do? I already am booked for 6 psychologist appointments and I have written it down as one of my reasons for attending. Any advice please?

Thanks very much.

[LJpd81]

I'm really sorry to hear that Harpbird. I'm sure ot wasn't your fault. Big hugs for you

[LJpd81]

I have written my letter to my doctor. It's quite long. Feels good to have written it. Now I will give it her tomorrow

[Harpbird]

Good for you, Atleast writing it down you won’t forget something when your sitting there opposite you GP.
I hope you have a easy time with the appointment.

My grief/guilt for him is still so raw. Apart from my chronic pain he is why I started S H , it serves me right .

[LJpd81]

No don't say that. I'm here if you want to chat

[Harpbird]

Thanks LJ, what set me off on the weekend was when I told my grandson ( who was 3 when his bubby brother died) I always tell my grandsons I love them so much. They normally say I love you millions and millions, but this time he said I love you to Wilby and back, I rubbed his head and said that is just beautiful darlin. . I broke down and cried for ages , the he got upset , I said it’s ok darling ganma is crying happy tears. He couldn’t say William so called him Wilby and we all call him that. Just so heartbreaking

[LJpd81]

My heart just breaks for you. Sending many hugs today.

[LJpd81]

Currently sitting in the waiting room of my doctor's feeling so anxious. I've been waiting for half an hour. Normally it's fine but today I am extra anxious as I'm giving her my letter.

[Harpbird]

How did you go LJ,,?
hope you said what you needed to and your gp was understanding. Hugs xx

[LJpd81]

Hi went well. My gp asked how I was I said not good. She asked what's wrong. I couldn't speak,so I gave her my letter. She read it. I couldnt tell what she was thinking. Probably surprised and concerned.

She asked me a few questions. Told me not to do it again. Asked if she could see the spot. I showed her.

Also she has put me on medication. Not sure I'm allowed to say that.

This afternoon is my 1st psychologist appointment and I am so anxious and been getting chest pain .

[Harpbird]

That all sounds like a good start, not too stressful. I think telling my GP was easier than I had planned. I am meant to be telling my psychologist next Wednesday mmm we’ll see.