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Does having scars on show make it uncomfortable for people who do not self harm?

Profile: Erynn
Erynn on Oct 4, 2015
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It varies. A lot of people do double-takes, some stare a lot, and some people ask because they can't really wrap their mind around it or don't know what to think or are trying to bring the topic up and are unsure how. I am tend to feel most concerned about how parents feel when children are near, but I feel that they will explain it however they feel most proper for their family, I also worry at times about how loved ones feel, but they have expressed that being able to see my scars and know that they are healed is more comforting than the sadness they feel sometimes about me having hurt myself in the first place. My ability to be open and honest with them now makes them very happy and reassured. So, it varies a lot, but I think your own comfort and the comfort of your loved ones is more important than the feelings of strangers or mere acquaintances (unless your employment depends on that, which might change things up).
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Profile: WhatTheCupcake2
WhatTheCupcake2 on Nov 30, 2015
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Sadly for some people yes, but they are either ignorant or not very well informed on the subject. People who are worth caring about don't usually mind.
Profile: ItIsANewDay
ItIsANewDay on Jul 14, 2015
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Well sometimes. Me personally, I don't mind it. But I guess it can get a little uncomfortable for someone. It really depends on how you stand about self harming and did you have any experience before with it.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Jul 16, 2018
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It might if they are cruel and evil humans. Flaunt your scars. Be proud. They show that you've been through so much and still came out on top. I'm proud of you.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Sep 28, 2015
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Truthfully, I think that people who have a problem with that need to grow up and realize that the world does not revolve around them. There are certain places where it's not okay to show self harm scars--at a job, for example, it's usually not okay. I follow the tattoo rule. If it's socially acceptable for your tattoo to be seen in a place, you also have the right to show your self harm scars.
Profile: Kalulu
Kalulu on Dec 14, 2015
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It's a large possibility because no one likes to see others in pain. Also they may the presence of your scars may be triggering to some people.
Profile: JoyfulForestRain
JoyfulForestRain on Mar 25, 2016
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It depends on the person. Some people don't mind it since they know the struggles of people and their feelings so they understand it. However, for some people seeing scars on somebody is the first real exposure to that kind of stuff so it's kind of normal for them to be nervous or uncomfortable. Just embrace how far you have come and be confident with who you are :D
Profile: KyKyleee
KyKyleee on Jan 12, 2015
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Yes and No. Some people may find it uncomfortable just because he/she/they know how they got there. And sometimes people feel really bad and they're not sure what to say/do. Sometimes people don't mind. It really depends.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Apr 8, 2015
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It shouldn't make it uncomfortable for people who do not self harm as they need to understand the situation and be sympathetic about their situation.
Profile: FrenchPaule
FrenchPaule on May 28, 2015
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Sometimes it does, but sometimes people know they can react because they already know some "self-harmer" and they are used to it. But for the people who are uncomfortable, sometimes they act like they don't see the scars, and it could be a way to protect themselves.
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