I've thought about the same thing before and the only thing I can come up with is being honest with a boyfriend. I mean, you don't have to do it right at the start of the relationship or anything, but eventually I'd at least do what the above post said, just a quick "I used to cut", only explaining if YOU think it's the right thing to do. As for kids, I don't have any but it is a hard subject even for adults to handle, I wouldn't recommend being honest with a little kid. But when they are older (like teenage) and if they ask, you may want to tell them and explain about it. I know it may seem like if you tell them they'll just want to try but if you're honest with them about it then maybe you being honest with them will show that you are willing to open up to them so they may feel more comfortable coming to you with problems and maybe you can prevent them from even starting. I guess it comes down to how you feel about it personally. Sorry if this isn't much help.
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