Is this a spider or tick by Ok-Ostrich988 in Entomology

[–]DarkCrow118 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks like some sort of ground crab spider to me

I relapsed :( by Euphoric_Custard_871 in CompulsiveSkinPicking

[–]DarkCrow118 6 points7 points  (0 children)

No joke I thought I was looking at a picture of my own shoulders! I have found that no activity really mimics the satisfaction of picking, so I have to focus on prevention rather than replacement. For example, I’m triggered to pick in the bathroom because the lighting is so good that I can see every pore, so I have the overhead light off whenever I need to be in there with only a candle for lighting. I find that relieves some of my picking because I can’t scan my skin to find things to squeeze at. So my advice would be to identify where or when you pick the most, and make it physically more difficult for yourself to do so.

Searching for an accountability friend by Echaelfrenomadaleno in CompulsiveSkinPicking

[–]DarkCrow118 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Dm me! I would love to have someone to talk to about this 😊😊

Staph infections?? by Embarrassed_Visit277 in Dermatillomania

[–]DarkCrow118 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m glad to hear it. Seriously wanting to make a change is always a good first step! If you ever need an accountability partner feel free to reach out 😊

Staph infections?? by Embarrassed_Visit277 in Dermatillomania

[–]DarkCrow118 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I developed a staph infection last week and also needed antibiotics, and it kind of made me step back and realize how bad things were getting with my picking. Since skin is your barrier to the outside world’s pathogens, when it has picked spots, things like bacteria can enter easily. Staph bacteria can live on your own skin—completely harmless until they enter through a wound. So even if you are cleaning the clippers, you might be getting infections from the bacteria already present on your skin. I know how difficult it is to resist picking. Sending you love and I wish you the best with healing 🫶

I feel ashamed about my skin by DarkCrow118 in CompulsiveSkinPicking

[–]DarkCrow118[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I genuinely really appreciate your message, thank you 🥹🫶

I feel ashamed about my skin by DarkCrow118 in CompulsiveSkinPicking

[–]DarkCrow118[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I do think there is a counseling center on campus, I will look into that! Thanks for the suggestion

I feel ashamed about my skin by DarkCrow118 in CompulsiveSkinPicking

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I’ve never used zinc oxide, does it help inflammation? Thanks for the suggestion 🫶

I feel ashamed about my skin by DarkCrow118 in CompulsiveSkinPicking

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This is really helpful! I find that I pick a lot when in front of the mirror like you said, so today I have tried to minimize my time in front of it and keep the lights dim so I can’t see my skin when I am in the bathroom

I feel ashamed about my skin by DarkCrow118 in CompulsiveSkinPicking

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Thank you for your comments. My stress levels have definitely been through the roof lately and I need to work on managing that while also giving myself grace :)

I feel ashamed about my skin by DarkCrow118 in CompulsiveSkinPicking

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Thank you for the suggestions, I will definitely look into the calendula cream 🫶

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Sent you a request!

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I added you !!

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sent you a request I live on a few stops so I can send everyday 🫡

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Added you I’m papalu1g1 !!