anonymous123 Posted July 27, 2011 Share Posted July 27, 2011 Please help! I have not used this account in 5 weeks, and I have completely recovered from my problems. The only problem going on now is that when I google myself, my old post from a month ago comes up on the VERY FIRST PAGE, and the worst part is that that old post is LOCKED. I should not have used my real name as a display name. AHHH! Yes, it is absolutely crucial that my account be DELETED! Please have mercy on me and delete my account and all of the topics I have posted! P.S. I will jump for joy if I try to log in and it says "sorry, username does not exist" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnneMarie Posted July 27, 2011 Share Posted July 27, 2011 Contact an Admin and explain the situation. He or she should be able to help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nothingness Posted November 25, 2011 Share Posted November 25, 2011 Cured in 5 weeks!!! WOW! Who's your therapist??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olga Posted November 25, 2011 Share Posted November 25, 2011 Just as a point of information, we don't remove posts for people. When posts are removed, it messes up the continuity of the thread. If you have a serious problem like a stalker, contact an admin and they can explain the available options. This is a reminder to all of our members: everything you write here can end up being Googled, so you need to pick a username that is not connected with your real name if you truly want to be anonymous. olga Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Velvet Elvis Posted November 25, 2011 Share Posted November 25, 2011 I can change your username if people know to look for you by this one, but your account and posts are here to stay unless you can give me a very good reason. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rollhercoaster Posted May 12, 2012 Share Posted May 12, 2012 If we dont want to be here anymore why wont you delete our accounts> why add stress to our lives by keeping active accounts we no longer want , that we had perhaps made in haste. Sure keep our posts, but please delete my account too. So I can remove this from my mind . It causes me more anxiety now than when i didnt have it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tryp Posted May 12, 2012 Share Posted May 12, 2012 If we dont want to be here anymore why wont you delete our accounts> why add stress to our lives by keeping active accounts we no longer want , that we had perhaps made in haste. Sure keep our posts, but please delete my account too. So I can remove this from my mind . It causes me more anxiety now than when i didnt have it. I don't think we have the capacity to delete accounts without removing posts. and even if we did, what difference would it even make? If you want to go, just go. You can whine about it all you want, but nobody is going to delete your account. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rollhercoaster Posted May 12, 2012 Share Posted May 12, 2012 your an idiot you make no sence, no wonder your an inmate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dedoubt Posted May 12, 2012 Share Posted May 12, 2012 your an idiot you make no sence, no wonder your an inmate If you were intending to say to tryp, "You are an idiot." but prefer to use the contraction of "you are" it would more properly be written: "You're an idiot." <-- See? The proper contraction, and a period at the end to show that your sentence is done. Similarly, if you were attempting to tell tryp that she makes no sense, it would have been better written: "You make no sense. No wonder you're an inmate." <-- Proper spelling and punctuation get your point across much better. Also, what tryp wrote makes perfect sense. Accounts are not deleted here, and it states that clearly in the new user agreement that you agreed to when you joined the site. Really, what difference does it make if a website has a page with your old information on it? Nobody knows it's you (unless your real name is "rollhercoaster," in which case, I am so sorry). I've seen a lot of whiny, emo kids come on here, write a bunch of hysterical crap, then freak out when they are told it won't be deleted. If you have real problems, the good people here at CB are willing to help. Getting your username deleted is not a big problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Velvet Elvis Posted May 12, 2012 Share Posted May 12, 2012 We can do it, we just don't because it makes it impossible to click on the post author's name and see all posts by that person. If anyone ever wanted to find them all again there would be no way to do so. The posts would be orphans. We don't remove posts because 1) It can lead to database fragmentation and 2) We don't let people make big crazy dramatic exits. If you want to leave just shut up and go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eden Posted May 12, 2012 Share Posted May 12, 2012 your an idiot you make no sence, no wonder your an inmate Edit "You're an idiot. You make no sense, no wonder you're a respected moderator." Go fuck yourself. Edit: I see dedoubt made my point already, and with more tact... oh well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlamelessCandle Posted May 13, 2012 Share Posted May 13, 2012 Wow, Eden, you took the words right out of my mouth! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hallowedink Posted May 13, 2012 Share Posted May 13, 2012 I think the idiot in question is the one who cannot seem to grasp simple English grammar that is learnt in third grade. Perhaps said idiot should go back to school and stop insulting respected moderators who dedicate their time to making sure that CB exists for the rest of us to use (and do a fantastic job at it). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rae-Rae Posted May 13, 2012 Share Posted May 13, 2012 I hate when someone deletes their account and all their posts disappear on a forum. It makes threads really confusing at times. It makes perfect sense not to allow this. I see no reason why a simple name change isn't enough. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mirazh Posted May 13, 2012 Share Posted May 13, 2012 People prefer to 'take their toys and go home,' and I am glad this forum tries to curb such behaviour in the name of conversational continuity. Rollhercoaster, not that you are here anymore, I own my anger and words quite easily. How is attempting to erase all trace of what you said owning your own, like you claimed you do? Grammar and spelling errors bother me but I have learned to overlook them. Ageism and disrespect, senses of entitlement, those bother me something fierce. This place isn't perfect, nowhere is, but we are allowed to speak our minds without getting belligerant about it. There is a difference. Challenge ideas, concepts, words, don't attack people on a personal level. In my opinion, anyway. And what was said above, re: mods being awesome seeing as they dedicate a lot of their time and energy to this place (and some are older than 'some 22 year old,' as if that matters,) if you have anxiety about staying here than leave, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catnapper Posted May 13, 2012 Share Posted May 13, 2012 I think we should label this "Facebook syndrome". I know I'm over the hill, but I can't imagine using my real name on the web, especially on a site where people reveal their deep dark secrets and share pointers on dealing with mental illness. Or using the popular lexicon, "WTF???" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mirazh Posted May 13, 2012 Share Posted May 13, 2012 I think we should label this "Facebook syndrome". I know I'm over the hill, but I can't imagine using my real name on the web, especially on a site where people reveal their deep dark secrets and share pointers on dealing with mental illness. Or using the popular lexicon, "WTF???" I've been on the Interwebs for nearly twenty years (and you virtual young'uns better get off my digital lawn!), and my tech-savvy parents engrained that 'NEVER share your personal information!' thing into me at quite a young age. 'Facebook Syndrome' sounds accurate to me, ugh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rae-Rae Posted May 13, 2012 Share Posted May 13, 2012 Yes, only place I share my actual information is....well on facebook. In no way could I be connected to my real self on forums like this. I'm not ashamed of my internet life, but I know well how important it is to keep your personal information private. What happens on the internet is often forever. That said I always act as though I'm face to face when interacting on the interwebs. I own my posts and treat everyone with respect in other words. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doodler Posted May 13, 2012 Share Posted May 13, 2012 for a while your name may still appear in google until they refresh their cache so just wait it out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maybell Posted May 14, 2012 Share Posted May 14, 2012 I dislike on other forums, like facebook for instance, that when someone cancels their account, it removes all their posts...then you're left with one-sided comments that don't make sense. I have seen sites where they change the user name to something like "member is no longer active" or whatever, but leave the posts. I think that's a good option, provided the system copes with multiple users with the same "member is no longer active" user name? I think some people are always going to be a bit paranoid about info on the internet regardless...it doesn't bother me much, but then I am plenty paranoid about other things so I am not one to judge lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hammock Posted May 14, 2012 Share Posted May 14, 2012 I am "out" about my MI and feel that because I am able to be "out" with it, I have no problem connecting my real self to this account. Even touchy subjects. Mainly because I know a lot of people who can't be out about it and so if I can it's important that I do it... just so others know they're not alone not everyone has that ability people who aren't out shouldn't link to their real name? seems like COMMON SENSE EVEN FOR US CRAZY PEOPLE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goodoldneon Posted May 14, 2012 Share Posted May 14, 2012 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imnotcrazy101 Posted May 30, 2012 Share Posted May 30, 2012 Maybe you should put a warning up on the sign-up window, to not use your real name? Just a suggestion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 30, 2012 Share Posted May 30, 2012 We already have on in The Rules: Do not disclose any personal information about any person other than yourself. The public disclosure of specific identifying facts about even yourself is strongly discouraged. This includes surnames, home addresses, place of employment, email addresses and the like. We reserve the right to edit your posts to protect your privacy and/or the privacy of others. We reserve the right to display your posts indefinitely. They are ultimately your intellectual property to use elsewhere as you may please, but don't show up six months later and ask us to remove all your posts. You most likely will not like the results. In order to maintain the integrity of forum threads it may not always be possible to remove every post you have ever made. Others have the right to quote any post you may make in their own posts or elsewhere so long as proper attribution is given. Moderators have the right to edit your posts as they see fit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Velvet Elvis Posted May 31, 2012 Share Posted May 31, 2012 In the end, if people want to do something stupid like post under their real names, it's not our job to stop them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chiaroscuro Posted May 31, 2012 Share Posted May 31, 2012 I agree with you VE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Recluse Posted May 31, 2012 Share Posted May 31, 2012 In the end, if people want to do something stupid like post under their real names, it's not our job to stop them. Most folks on the internet realize that using their real name anywhere is a stupid idea anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
december_brigette Posted May 31, 2012 Share Posted May 31, 2012 "Most folks..." I think that might be too many. I know someone who knows someone who is selling the sinking man-made sand islands in dubai. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bpladybug Posted June 2, 2012 Share Posted June 2, 2012 DB, what does it cost to buy a sinking sand island in the middle east? I would love a dry wam vacation spot to get away from the Pac Northwest dank wetness. Would I have to wear a Hijab or would my Lane Bryant one piece with sheer matching wrap be adequate? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olohian Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 Some people are new to the internet. Doesn't make them stupid.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
confused Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 Some people are new to the internet. Doesn't make them stupid.. They can have their username changed if it's a problem. I have a username on other sites that has some personal info because I didn't know it could be an issue when I signed up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crtclms Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 Most people on this board are not new to the internet. I cannot think of one. I'd be curious to here from any internet newbies. And even kids know it is stupid to use your real name online. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olohian Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 More and more people are gaining experience with internet usage. But I have parents that just started using a computer. They ask me questions about it all the time. That is just an example of two people that I know who are new to "the internet". Anyway, some "experienced users" need to have more compassion. :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gizmo Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 This is not about having compassion. It should be very obvious to anyone, even to those new to the Internet, that you should not use your personal information when talking about issues so private as mental illness. Your parents are new to the Internet. Do they use identifying information such as their name and then post their address online? Their SSN? Just because this is a forum site, doesn't mean that your information can just be erased. Just as if you write a letter to the editor of a newspaper and it is published. Once the information is out there, it stays out there for anyone to see. You can't decide you don't like what you said and recall every issue of a newspaper. Same thing goes with what you write on websites. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LunaRufina Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 <rant> One of the problems is that people don't read things before they commit. [example- rules, contracts, receipts, etc] That's not a "new to the internet" problem. That's a problem where people don't think they have a responsibility, a personal responsibility, to know what's going on. "NMP" not my problem. "I broke the rules? I didn't know" Why didn't you know? You should have read them. If you forgot, or didn't understand, different issue. You simply "didn't know" or deny that there ever WAS a user agreement... no. I do have compassion for people who don't understand the way things work on the internet yet. I understand that there's a lot that people who have been using it for a long time take for granted. But you do have to, at some point, take the responsibility to ask, find out, read things. If you are trying to learn, that's great. If you stumble into things all the time and expect to get special treatment because you refuse to acknowledge a "warning" "rules" or "user agreement" article, letter, etc... it really shows a lack of responsibility. And there is only a certain point where you don't hold someone responsible for their actions. If they are on the internet and reasonably understandable/intelligible, that's not it. </rant> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
confused Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 I can change your username if people know to look for you by this one, but your account and posts are here to stay unless you can give me a very good reason. I don't understand why this doesn't solve the problem Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olohian Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 I wasn't trying to start an argument or get an arousal from folks. This is one of my first threads that I read, and I see the words idiot and stupid throughout. I am not a fan of either descriptive word. Peace! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Velvet Elvis Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 Some people are new to the internet. Doesn't make them stupid.. I was on the net 20 years ago. How much longer is this "new to the internet" excuse expected to be valid? It's like complaining about horseless carriages. If something has been a part of every day life for this long, at what point can we say it's the fault of the people who chose to remain ignorant if they don't get it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
notfred Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 I broadcast to the world with a megaphone that I have MI and identified myself. I'm new and did not know what I was doing. Please un-ring the bell. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olohian Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 Some people are new to the internet. Doesn't make them stupid.. I was on the net 20 years ago. How much longer is this "new to the internet" excuse expected to be valid? It's like complaining about horseless carriages. If something has been a part of every day life for this long, at what point can we say it's the fault of the people who chose to remain ignorant if they don't get it? Automobiles have been around a while, but there are new drivers.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crtclms Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 But new drivers are still supposed to use common sense. And you don't get to ignore the law because you are new to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
confused Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 I'm sorry, which rule(s) are we talking about? Not removing posts? I think this was one place where I did read the rules before jumping in and I knew about that. That disclosing personal information is discouraged? Yeah, even if people are totally new to the internet this should help. I'm just having trouble seeing what the big deal is since ve said he could change the username, but the posts would stay. I think someone signed up through facebook and her username was her real name. I don't think she was neccessarily stupid, just didn't know it would display like that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Antigone Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 New or not, read the rules or not, there is a solution to the problem. They will change your username at your request. While all of this ridiculous protest? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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