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Help me to help her...
One of my closest and dearest friends is suicidal. Or was, rather. Her mother mistreats her and she was slitting her wrists out of frustration. None of us knew. Finally we found out and she swore to stop. But just recently her mother and her mother's boyfriend (who they were living with) split up and they have nowhere to stay. I'm worried and really care about her. If I could, I'd let her stay at my house... but that's not an option because my mother won't have her. What do I tell her, how do I help?
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Let her know how much she means to you. I had a friend who was suicidal too, she also said she'd stop cutting, and didn't. Well, she did, but only after like 12 people talked to her about it, and told her how much she meant to them. You HAVE to let her know that no matter what happens, you're there, and even if she feels like she's no one, she's someone to you.
As for HER mother, I'm sorry I can't be of more help. if possible, I'd say have her talk to her mother, or (depending on what her mother's doing) you may be able to report her for child abuse. (yeah, it sounds nasty, but if it'll keep your friend alive...)
About YOUR mother, talk to her. Ask her why your friend can't stay with you, and see if you can change her mind. Don't yell to change her though. Maybe write a letter, both asking why she can't stay with you and explaining the situation with your friend.
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Talk to her and let her know that you're here for her no matter what. Make sure she knows that you'll do anything and everything in your power to help her. If you think something's happening again (as far as cutting, or other self-injury), you need to talk to someone. School counselors are great people to talk to, and they'll keep you anonymous if you want. If she's hurting herself, someone needs to know so that they can help her.
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well, i hope this helps. u guyz should tawk about it and it might be awkward. or u can go to websites linked to suicidal things and personal probs. i hope this doesn't end tragically and good luk.
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