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A tattoo, or dermal pigmentation, is a mark made by inserting pigment into the skin for decorative or other reasons. Tattoos on humans are a type of decorative body modification, while tattoos on animals are most commonly used for identification or branding. more at Wikipedia

Treatment Success Rate

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Self-Injury
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Bipolar Disorder
5
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Depression
3
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Miscarriage
3
100%
Panic Attacks
2
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Overall, 88% (503 Members) find Tattoos helpful

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tattoos are the safe way of hurting yourself i hav 5 and cant get enough!
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I have alot of piercing and two tattoos, all of which I got because i want to feel the pain and I could cut for some reason or another. it really helps
Working / Worked
It is my favorite form of therapy!
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Amazing! I got my first tattoo on my 18th birthday. I got it on my right wrist and it felt great. Since then I haven't thought about cutting.
Working / Worked
helps and I choose things that have meaning to them.
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great release and gives the permanent reminder like a scar - glad I did it
Working / Worked
used to work, piercing - not satisfying anymore .. I still like them, but how many can ya get! with out looking like a tackel box!
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i love to get them because its such a good pain and the "scar" it leaves is one i can live with.
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i just need more money to keep up with the amount of ink i would need to keep from cutting
Working / Worked
What does tattoos have anything to do with this?
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I'm addicted-I go straight into my own lil world. At least it's pretty...
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pure heaven
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I have 5 tattoos now and although it is a replacement for self mutilation. I do like tattoos in general. I didn't start getting tattoos as a form of therapy. I got them because I like them.
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it works the same, the only difference is instead of having an ugly scar you get something that looks better.
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I got one after 100 days SI free. It was a phoenix
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Discussions

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    My guy went in with a leg sleeve already. I love his tattoos. But he promised me he wouldn't get any while he was in prison because of the no steriliz... [More]
  2. Discussion: Tattoo
    I have seen a few tatoos of Chinese symbols on the lower back and back of the neck. They are really simple but (I think) look great and may prove to b... [More]
  3. Discussion: Tattoo
    I've been considering getting a tat as well and decided on a lotus flower. Here is what I discovered in my research: Lotus flowers are amazing and... [More]
  4. Discussion: Tattoo
    My best friend suggested Lips tattooed on a cheek of my hinny. Kind of a "Kiss this" gesture. HUMMMMM!!!! :) [More]
  5. Discussion: Tattoo
    I have always wanted to get one, too - but never wanted it to be just anything - I wanted something meaningful, but for years, I could never figure ou... [More]

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