A range of negative emotions like pain, anger and sadness are normal parts of the human experience. Coping mechanisms are a natural part of how people respond to stress, challenges and difficult emotions. Coping mechanisms can be healthy or unhealthy, depending on how...
OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorder) and self-harm behaviors are two very different sets of symptoms that can sometimes overlap. Some people with OCD have intrusive thoughts related to harming themselves or others, called harm OCD. These thoughts can encompass a wide...
Self-harm is a serious behavior, and it’s often a sign that someone is struggling with depression or another mental health condition. Taking many forms, self-harm often develops as a way to cope with other mental health symptoms. Teens can develop self-harming...
Like other compulsive behaviors, self-harm can make you feel addicted. You may feel like you need to self-harm to cope with the world and your internal state. While self-harm or self-injury is not defined as an addiction, it can have similar effects. People struggling...
Are you experiencing self-harming thoughts or behaviors? If so, it might be time to seek treatment. Self-harm can be dangerous, hurting your physical and mental condition. Though people who engage in self-harm often use it as a coping mechanism, it can actually make...
The United States is experiencing a mental health crisis. Prior to COVID-19, 1 in 5 Americans had a mental health condition. During COVID-19, 40% of adults reported they experienced symptoms of anxiety or depression. Despite these high numbers of individuals in need,...
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