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my girlfriend struggles with self harm and really bad depression, she’s getting professional help and I know I can’t help much. How can I be there for her and cope with how it makes me feel?

Answers: 5 | Last Answer: August 30th, 2021 | 0

Is self harm only physical, or can you harm yourself emotionally as well?

Answers: 26 | Last Answer: August 24th, 2021 | 330

Is it normal for me to suddenly stop self-harming?

Answers: 17 | Last Answer: August 23rd, 2021 | 21

If I self-harm in a visible place, does that mean I'm secretly doing it for the attention?

Answers: 23 | Last Answer: August 10th, 2021 | 91

Can you stop self harm without addressing the underlying issues ?

Answers: 24 | Last Answer: August 3rd, 2021 | 10

What are the best alternatives to self-harm?

Answers: 23 | Last Answer: August 3rd, 2021 | 30

Do I have to break the skin for it to be classed as self-harm?

Answers: 37 | Last Answer: August 2nd, 2021 | 112

How many times will I have to tell myself "I'm never going to do this again" for me to realize that self harm is not the right way to deal with pain?

Answers: 15 | Last Answer: August 2nd, 2021 | 0

Why do people purposefully hurt themselves?

Answers: 7 | Last Answer: July 20th, 2021 | 1

Does having scars on show make it uncomfortable for people who do not self harm?

Answers: 25 | Last Answer: July 20th, 2021 | 19