A woman suffering from schizophrenia had a blackout and tried to gouge out her eye with scissors. She almost succeeded. She drove the scissors into her skull with all her strength. The doctors managed to remove the scissors. But he’ll never see with one eye again.
After this incident, the woman underwent very intensive psychiatric care. They found that she was not complying with her medication doses. She was hallucinating hearing her deceased son’s voices.
If you're thinking about self-harm, please stop and recognize that this won't solve the pain you're feeling. While it might seem like a way to cope, it leaves lasting scars, not just on your body but on your heart as well. There are healthier, safer ways to manage your emotions.
Every wound you inflict is a cry for help. You are not alone. Reaching out to someone you trust can be the first step toward finding a way out of this dark place. You deserve kindness, support, and real healing.
If you need immediate help, please contact a helpline.
