Self-Harm Q&A

FAQs

One of my closest friends harms herself. She believes that she isn't very pretty and that the self harm shuts up the little voices telling her that. Is there a better coping mechanism that self harm?

Answers: 5 | Last Answer: February 17th, 2020 | 0

Is it normal to self-harm simply because you're bored? (note: I self-harmed in the past because of depression, which is no longer relevant)

Answers: 21 | Last Answer: February 10th, 2020 | 971

Why do I feel like I need to hurt myself in order to feel better?

Answers: 24 | Last Answer: February 10th, 2020 | 138

Will I ever stop cutting myself. I have been doing it since I was 12 and I’m 19 and can’tstop not wanting. to do it?

Answers: 2 | Last Answer: February 3rd, 2020 | 0

When I self harm I don't feel enough pain so i keep doing it. What do i do to stop?

Answers: 4 | Last Answer: February 3rd, 2020 | 0

How do I convince my family that I do not self harm?

Answers: 4 | Last Answer: February 3rd, 2020 | 0

What can I do if my friend won't stop cutting?

Answers: 31 | Last Answer: January 28th, 2020 | 111

What are some reasons a 4 yr old would self harm?

Answers: 3 | Last Answer: January 27th, 2020 | 0

Why is trichotillomania (hair pulling) not as addressed in the self harm community?

Answers: 16 | Last Answer: January 21st, 2020 | 67

How can we better support others facing self-harm in their daily lives?

Answers: 3 | Last Answer: January 21st, 2020 | 0