How to deal with self-abusive thoughts

Patient's question:

Since childhood, I've always wanted to do this, wanting to gain others' care, tenderness, and sympathy through some form of self-abuse. I don't even know why I feel so happy about others' sympathy towards me.

Doctor's answer:

Hello. The situation you mentioned is often due to psychological issues. It may be caused by a lack of family care. Severe lack of love can lead to this. In this case, you first need to learn to be slightly more independent. Have your own friends and confidants. Don't overthink things. Spend more time chatting with parents and elders to increase closeness. This can prevent harming yourself in this way to seek love. Engage in more aerobic exercise. It is still recommended that you seek professional psychological counseling and mediation at a psychological institution.

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