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Published: 2011-05-08 06:39:46 +0000 UTC; Views: 6153; Favourites: 112; Downloads: 0
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This is the hardest picture I've ever shared. I have a disorder called dermatillomania. It's an OCD spectrum disorder that is characterized by compulsive picking of the skin and nails. As you can see, it can cause a lot of damage. I never show my legs, and now the world knows why. I'm working hard to overcome this. I know it's not a pretty picture, but it's one I had to take.Related content
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modelmeg2003 In reply to ArlettBlackraven [2011-05-08 21:45:27 +0000 UTC]
Thank you! I'm working on it!
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mm1984 In reply to ??? [2011-05-08 17:14:35 +0000 UTC]
Congratulations for the courage to show this photo. And I think that it IS a pretty picture, a special kind of pretty picture. I hope that to show it helps you anyway.
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Tite-Nelfe In reply to ??? [2011-05-08 14:01:45 +0000 UTC]
You have a lot of courage. But even with this problem, you stay a really gorgeous woman
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modelmeg2003 In reply to Tite-Nelfe [2011-05-08 21:42:54 +0000 UTC]
Aww, thank you so much!
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Sarita37 In reply to ??? [2011-05-08 13:36:07 +0000 UTC]
Same. Thank you for being strong enough to share this, I'm nowhere near confident enough to do that.
Every time I see an imperfection, i scratch it off. I wear gloves at home.
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modelmeg2003 In reply to Sarita37 [2011-05-08 21:43:50 +0000 UTC]
Aww, hun! I'm sending good thoughts your way. You're not alone and you can overcome this. :hugs:
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Lamia-Dicacula In reply to ??? [2011-05-08 13:14:03 +0000 UTC]
You aren't alone in your disorder. My dermatillomania is an extension of my trichtillomania of which I've had since I was 8. I've gotten to the point where it isn't noticed but it very hard to stop completely. *hugs*
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modelmeg2003 In reply to Lamia-Dicacula [2011-05-08 21:44:50 +0000 UTC]
Thank you for sharing this. I wish you all the best in overcoming your disorder. *big hugs*
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Lamia-Dicacula In reply to modelmeg2003 [2011-05-09 20:35:43 +0000 UTC]
*Hugs* I use a rubber band on my wrist and snap it anytime I want to do it. It helps. I hope you do too. <3
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modelmeg2003 In reply to Lamia-Dicacula [2011-05-09 22:25:13 +0000 UTC]
Good idea! Anything to curb the compulsions. I'll try it.
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Donlvir In reply to ??? [2011-05-08 10:16:51 +0000 UTC]
You are exceptionally brave. To be able to show something to complete strangers, that you are clearly uncomfortable with take courage. The best kind of courage.
I'm very sorry to here you have dermatillomania. All the best sweetheart. :3
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Donlvir In reply to modelmeg2003 [2011-05-10 17:27:31 +0000 UTC]
You are more than welcome!
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Mxzylpt In reply to ??? [2011-05-08 08:15:17 +0000 UTC]
This was a brave and respectable thing you've done. You should be proud of this piece.
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GRM333 In reply to ??? [2011-05-08 07:20:50 +0000 UTC]
Mizu1 said it all and I will add that your very artistic also.
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Mizu1 In reply to ??? [2011-05-08 06:48:58 +0000 UTC]
Any pictures that help bring a medical condition out into the light for knowledge and awareness is something to honour and respect. Good work. And great lighting. This is a powerful image.
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paulsydaus [2011-05-08 06:43:30 +0000 UTC]
Very courageous. Congratulations it worked out really well. I wish you all the very best.
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modelmeg2003 In reply to paulsydaus [2011-05-08 06:58:48 +0000 UTC]
Thank you! It means a lot.
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