A member asked:

I sometimes cut myself when i'm angry. why does it feel so good?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

It is a coping : Mechanism. It can allow you to feel physical pain to distract from emotional pain. If you feel empty & numb - you feel something. Punishing oneself feels good to some people. The angry feelings may dissipiate as you cut yourself. But ultimately - this is not a healthy way to cope. Please get help. Consider dialectical behavior therapy. Take care.

Answered 6/21/2013

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