Family and friends [Archive]

mrmonk

11-01-2013, 03:01 PM

Hello,

I am new to RecoverYourLife, but unsure where to post. I'm the spouse of someone who self-harms and I'm looking for resources to help in her recovery. I didn't see a forum designated for family and friends, so is it okay to just post in the most relevant forum? Should I post in the Introductions forum?

Thanks for your help!

FabulousMike

11-01-2013, 03:06 PM

It's fine to post in the relevant forums!

Also, well done for trying to help your wife in this troubling time!

Good luck.

mrmonk

11-01-2013, 03:15 PM

Thanks!

GlitterTrashDoll

11-01-2013, 03:17 PM

Posting in either Self injury Discussion or General Support and Advice should give you the best replies.

Take Care,
Amy

MrsNutkin

11-01-2013, 08:25 PM

Hi
Welcome!

Bellatrix

13-01-2013, 12:51 PM

This is a person who would be needing that carers/family supporters thread I brought up! :P

Unbreakable.

14-01-2013, 06:44 AM

This is a person who would be needing that carers/family supporters thread I brought up! :P

Shameless self promotion? :P

Welcome to RYL and I hope you find what you are looking for. I also think it is great that you try and support your spouse, I am sure it means a lot to them!

Buttons.

14-01-2013, 08:48 AM

Welcome to RYL, I hope you find the help and support you and your partner deserve, well done for reaching out!

forever_lost

22-01-2013, 01:10 AM

I may be a little late but I thought this was worth sharing.
First, I hope you find what you're looking for here, and welcome!
Information for Parents and Friends (http://www.recoveryourlife.com/index.php?categoryid=175) is an RYL article that helps friends and family understand self harm and how to support their loved one.
You can also find other resources regarding self harm here (http://www.recoveryourlife.com/index.php?categoryid=46)

As someone else has mentioned, making a thread in the Self Injury Discussion and Support (http://www.recoveryourlife.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=29) forum would probably be the best place to make a post. This forum "Covers all areas of self injury. This forum includes advice, information, recovery and support." Be aware, if you chose to look around, that this forum contains threads made by other members talking about their experiences and feelings and some may be upsetting to read.