Helplines in Blackpool, England.

Are you or someone you know self-harming? Reach out for support from a helpline in Blackpool, England

Self-harm is when you purposely hurt yourself as a way to cope with difficult emotions. Self-harm may bring you relief from intense emotional pain, but the relief is often short-lived. If you struggle with the following, there are 0 helplines available in Blackpool, England that can offer you support:

• Feeling like you deserve the pain
• Feeling the need to escape or numb your feelings
• Having sudden impulses to hurt yourself
• Feeling like your emotions are too difficult or overwhelming to deal with
• A desire to punish or hurt yourself
• Feeling like normal ways of coping don't work for you – the pain is a last resort
• Avoiding people you care about so they don't find out
• Not looking after your physical health (e.g. not eating, not taking care of wounds or injuries)

"Many people have thought about self-harm or are currently using self-harm as a way to cope with their feelings. It may not feel like it, but you are not alone. Lots of people find it hard to manage overwhelming negative emotions. "

You may struggle to talk to people about your feelings, but having the right person to talk to can make all the difference. Dedicated volunteers in Blackpool, England will listen to you without any judgement. Whether you just want to be heard, or you want to explore other coping tools, you can find the support you need.

For free and confidential support with self harm, consider contacting a hotline in Blackpool, England today.