Helplines in Guangdong, China.

Struggling with self-harm? Get help from a hotline in Guangdong, China

Sometimes your emotions may be so overwhelming that hurting yourself may feel like the only way to find relief. Whether you are self-harming at the moment, or you have thoughts about it, there are 2 helplines in Guangdong, China that can help. If you relate to the following, reach out:

• Searching for ways to self-harm
• Scratching, pinching, hitting yourself
• Feeling reckless, not caring whether you get hurt
• Taking part in high-risk activities, disregarding safety
• Not looking after your physical health (e.g. not eating, not taking care of wounds or injuries)
• Feeling like self-harm is the only thing keeping you going
• Drinking a lot or taking drugs
• Imagining hurting yourself

If you use self-harm to cope with tough feelings, you may feel ashamed about your behavior. However, many people inflict harm on themselves as a way to relieve emotional pain. Self-harm is more common than you think, but a lot of people struggle to talk about it.

Talking about how you feel can be difficult,, especially if you tend to bottle things up. But talking can offer you a healthy alternative for releasing negative emotions. Helpline counselors in Guangdong, China want to listen to you and support you. They can help you find ways to feel better without hurting yourself.

If you are ready to talk to someone about self harm, you can contact a hotline in Guangdong, China for free and confidential support.