Self-Harm
Its not worth it
CAUSES
-Emotional or physiological pain
-Feelings of anger, guilt, loneliness, hopelessness, and worthlessness
-many wonder why they exist
Basic thoughts you might have...
- Self-harm is OK
- Only drastic measures will let others know my feelings
- The human body is gross and should be punished
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Self-harm is not meant as suicide
Self-harm is usually followed by guilt or shame
Studies show that people are addicted to self-harm and the sense of relief can act as a way to get high
Self-injury releases hormones called beta-endorphin's which stop the pain and replace it with a good feeling/ a sense of release
HOW TO HELP
- Share your secret with someone you can trust
- Find someone that makes you feel accepted and supported
- Take baby steps
Find out why you cut
- Identify your triggers
- Get in touch with your feelings
Find new coping techniques
- this is needed so you can stop the urge to self-injure