If you or a loved one needs immediate support for suicidal ideation or behaviors, please reach out to the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988. Someone is available to help you 24/7. September 10th has been recognized annually since 2003 as World Suicide Prevention Day. Founded by the International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) with…
Skin picking, also known as dermatillomania or excoriation disorder, is a condition that affects many individuals. It involves repeatedly picking at one’s own skin, often to the point of causing damage. While it may seem like a harmless habit to some, it’s important to recognize that skin picking can be a form of self-harm. Understanding…
CONTACT US TODAY Premier Residential Mental Health Treatment 855.494.0357CONTACT US Self-harm, also referred to as self-injury or self-mutilation, is a dangerous symptom of untreated mental health disorders. While acts of self-harm carry the potential to cause significant or permanent damage, they are not suicidal. For most, self-harm is a maladaptive way of coping with…
Experiencing a self-harm relapse is a common part of many individuals’ recovery journeys. It can feel like a setback, but it is essential to remember that you are not alone and that help is available. Self-harm is a coping mechanism that many individuals use to deal with overwhelming emotions or situations. It can provide temporary…
Non-suicidal self-injury—often referred to as self-harm—involves any act of intentionally injuring or causing harm to oneself. While self-harm can take on various forms, Mental Health America reports that 70–90% of people who self-harm choose cutting as their preferred method. Self-harm is not a mental health disorder but rather a symptom of an underlying issue(s). Without…
Throughout the United States, millions of teens and young adults engage in acts of non-suicidal self-harm. The act of self-harming does not usually have a single cause. Instead, it is a maladaptive coping with overwhelming emotional pain, anger, frustration, or sadness. Self-harm is usually a symptom of an underlying mental health disorder and is commonly…
A person who survives a suicide attempt requires significant care and support. Often concerned family members may not know what to do after a suicide attempt to best help their loved one recover and live a fulfilling life. If your loved one is struggling with suicidal thoughts or has attempted suicide, reach out to Harmony…
Contrary to popular belief, individuals who engage in self-harm or self-injurious behavior are neither suicidal nor attention-seeking. Self-harm is not a mental health disorder but a symptom of psychological distress. Numerous circumstances motivate someone to engage in self-harm or self-injurious behaviors ranging from feeling overwhelmed by thoughts and emotions that cannot be identified or expressed…
Most self-harm begins in adolescence, typically around age 14, and continues into early adulthood, especially without intervention. While girls are more prone to self-harm, it is a phenomenon that occurs across all demographics. Cutting is the most common type of self-harm, but it can take multiple forms. Research indicates that one in eight people engage…
Self-Injury Awareness Day (SIAD) is a worldwide awareness event on March 1, marking the start of Self-Harm Awareness Month. In the United States alone, there are nearly two million reported cases of self-harm annually. Approximately 17% of all people will engage in self-harm in their lifetime. While self-harm is not a mental health disorder, it…