When I was 14, and through to age 17, I would cut my arm every now and then because that was the only "coping mechanism" that worked for me (or knew of) at the time. Of course, I've stopped since then and I know how to deal with it.
The scars were never extremely deep; they're a little pale in comparison to my already-really-pale skin. They're really easy to notice, since they're on the back of my arm, but most people take awhile to notice. Still, nursing uniforms are always short-sleeved, CNA or not (right?).
I don't actually care about the scars, but people tend to think I am still cutting even though the scars are really old, or they just get weird about it. I was thinking of covering the scars with tattoos, but I feel like that wouldn't help me much, either, because of the reputation of tattoos. Or would it be okay depending on the tattoo? Such as using pretty flowers and grass instead of a ferocious dragon. If not, what can I do?
If there's nothing, that's okay. I chose to cut and I knew there was the possibility of the scars presenting a problem in the future. I just want to know if, in this case, they will present a problem. I'd greatly appreciate any suggestions and advice on what to do.
