I don't know your parents obviously, but they undoubtedly could be shocked by it and it could end up upsetting them very much. SI is a big deal and isn't something to be taken lightly. So, when you start the conversation you need to tell them you have something very important and personal you'd like to discuss with them and that you'd like them to listen to what you have to say and explain to them why you SI. Tell them what you told us in your post...that you're not depressed and suicidal, that you're just anxious and easily overwhelmed and that possibly drives you to cut and that you need help and their support. Tell them how you've stopped yourself before and how you plan to continue to stop.
Everything will be fine. Just tell them....you'll feel much better. I know I did when I told my family members I was a self harmer. *hugs*
Feel free to PM me and tell me what happen with your parents when and if you tell them. :)
Kim
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