In my opinion, running away is not a solution.. It's only a temporary escape from your problems..
Everytime you feel like running away or "punishing yourself", think about your family and the people you love that will suffer because of your foolish behaviour..
You always have to think before you act! That's why *** gave us a brain in first place, so we could figure out solutions to our problems..
And remember, your "OMG I can't take it anymore" problems could be puny compared to the real problems you will have to face in your life..So, get it togheter..
My only advice...
btw, that's what I said to my friend..(if you do not know what I'm talknig about, check out my thread..)
Anyway, it made him feel better..I hope it works for you guys too..