Self-Harm Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with self‑harm, please seek help immediately. Support is available, and you don’t have to go through this alone.
Self‑harm is when a person intentionally injures themselves as a way to cope with overwhelming emotional pain, distress, or difficult feelings.
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It is not usually a suicide attempt, but it is a sign of deep emotional struggle.
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Common reasons include trying to release tension, express feelings, or regain a sense of control.
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It is a serious mental‑health concern, and anyone experiencing urges to self-harm deserves compassionate, professional support.
Some may experience psychological symptoms such as:
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Intense emotional distress, anxiety, or depression
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Feeling overwhelmed, hopeless, or unable to cope
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Difficulty expressing emotions verbally
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Persistent negative thoughts about self-worth
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Impulsive or compulsive urges to injure oneself
Some may experience physical symptoms such as:
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Cuts, scratches, burns, or bruises, often on wrists, arms, thighs, or other hidden areas
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Frequent “accidents” or unexplained injuries
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Wearing long sleeves or pants even in hot weather to cover wounds
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Scarring from repeated self-injury
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Signs of poisoning, hitting, or hair-pulling
When should you seek help with self-harm?
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If you are self-harming or having thoughts of self-harm, self-harm is worsening and there are suicidal thoughts or plans or symptoms are getting in the way of normal daily functioning, it may be time to seek help with your self-harm.
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Below, you’ll find a variety of resources that may help support you with your self-harm. Please take a moment to explore them.
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