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How can we get support people who self-harm and don't want to quit?

21 Answers Moderated by Brenda King, PsyD Updated: Jun 4, 2018
Profile: IWannaBeWell23
IWannaBeWell23 on Jun 4, 2018
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Give them as much support as we can and show compassion. They have taken the first step by talking with someone, and that is amazing.
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