Friday 17 January 2014

Self Harm And Suicidal Thoughts: How To Quit, How To Cope, How To Help Friends Who Are Self Harming Or Suicidal

We all experience and cope with emotions differently. Unfortunately some of us get to a point where we simply can't cope with our emotions any longer and need to find new ways to release negative emotions. Self harm can very quickly become addictive as a coping mechanism or a method of punishment and self regulation. This, for some people, can often lead to self injury. Those who cause self harm often do so when they are experiencing severe depression or anxiety. Some people experiencing self harm may also be experiencing suicidal thoughts. Here are some important and helpful links if you or someone you know are/is dealing with these issues:





Remember: suicide is a permanent solution to temporary problems. It gets better. If you're in difficult circumstances, find some sort of safe exit plan. If you're homeless, look for shelters in your local area or someone willing to help. If you're depressed, speak to a doctor and your loved ones. Give yourself time. Let yourself heal. Change your surroundings in any way you can as long as it doesn't involve suicide. I can promise you, it gets better.



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