Guideline/Sub-forum re Suicide/Self-Harm

[Kizzie]

The recent trial of the forum "Suicide/Self Harm" (under "Symptoms"), has highlighted that this topic is an important one for members. As such, it is now a permanent sub-forum.  Please note, however, that there are some parameters which we have included in our Member Guidelines (http://outofthefog.net/C-PTSD/forum/index.php?topic=1616.msg10035#msg10035), and in the "Please Read First" sticky post at the top of the sub-forum (http://outofthefog.net/C-PTSD/forum/index.php?topic=5897.0). 

Basically we ask that members who are experiencing current thoughts of SI/SH reach out for professional help first and foremost.  None of us here are trained to deal with either situation and while we can empathize and provide support, much more is needed in these life threatening/damaging situations.

Thanks everyone!

[Candid]

It's great that we have this sub-forum. So important that we can express these thoughts and feelings when we're at rock bottom, knowing most others here have felt the same way.

[texannurse]

Agreed - it's good to have a safe place to express what we feel - with those who "get it".  Safe places are essential for recovery, i think!
Texannurse

[writetolife]

I am thankful for this.  I think SH/suicidal thoughts are a deep and significant part of a lot of people's trauma/cptsd experience, and it's great that this forum is another place where we don't have to feel like they're "wrong" or unacceptable.