self mutilation addiction?

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Posted by: felicity | 2012/05/02

Q. self mutilation addiction?

Hi

Could self mutilation (eg cutting) under the borderline profile be considered a form of addiction involving the PANIC SYSTEM and an endogenous opioid deficit?

Thanks

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A.

Addictions expert

Dear Felicity,

with limited information it is hard to tell. i would recommend arranging a free assessment with the harmony Group in order to get a proper diagnosis. Call on 021 790 7779

Thanks,
Karen

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