I started using livejournal a long time ago, and I found it helpful to share my stories in this community as I used to cut myself. It's been almost 6 years since I last cut, December 10th being my anniversary and I have to admit that I've come a long way. I used to bottle it inside me, all my hurt and pain. I seemed to internalize all the hurt, ( Read more... )

 Hello again from the Personality and Emotion Research Laboratory (PERL ( Read more... )

Dear LJ Community,

The recruitment for our self injury study is now complete.

Thank you for your support of our research. Please feel free to email me with any questions you may have.

Sincerely,

~Tatyana Kholodkov
Graduate Student
Old Dominion University 
tkhol001@odu.edu

Hello from the Personality and Emotion Research Laboratory (PERL)!
We're entering our last couple weeks of recruitment for our current study on self-harm.  A big thank you to those of you who have already participated in this research, your input and willingness to share your experiences with us is incredibly valuable!  To those who still want to ( Read more... )

I'm a little upset by how much this community has died over the years. I've been a member for quite some time now, bouncing from journal name to journal name. Everyone use to be so active, sharing their stories, hopes, dream, fears, etc. It really made everyone feel as if they weren't alone in the world ( Read more... )

Hello again from the Personality and Emotion Research Laboratory (PERL)!

Would you like to help us understand how to help people who self-harm? We are currently recruiting participants for the second phase of our research on self-harm, and we want your help! Participating in the study takes only 90 minutes, and you will be entered into a draw to win ( Read more... )

I just wanted to give everyone a big thank you for the great response on the documentary series that I'm working on! It's very inspiring! I know the issues we're touching on are very sensitive and private and I really appreciate everyone who has stepped up and contacted me. We're still working on it so feel free to e-mail me if you want more ( Read more... )

Hi everyone ( Read more... )

I'm working on a new documentary series that will be focusing on women (ages 18-27) who struggle with complex issues like self abuse.  If you're interested, feel free to e-mail me or send me a message (kellylafer@gmail.com).  I'd be happy to answer any questions! 

This is Trinity. I've been away for a while now. Not sure how long. It feels like forevver though. I used to be a member of this community. I was even pretty active too. Then things got really screwed up in my life and I was away for a long time. It took me quite a while to sort myself out. I'd like to think i'm better now though ( Read more... )