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

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 1 helplines in Botswana that can help. If you relate to the following, reach out:

  • Scratching, pinching, hitting yourself
  • Not wanting to die, but still feeling like you need the pain
  • A desire to punish or hurt yourself
  • Searching for ways to self-harm
  • Feeling like you need a physical release for your emotions
  • Feeling like self-harm is the only thing keeping you going
  • Looking for a way to escape the emotional pain
  • Feeling like your emotions are too difficult or overwhelming to deal with

Self-harm is more common than you may think, but it's not talked about much. It’s normal to look for ways to manage intense emotional pain. When you’re under extreme emotional pressure, self-harm can seem like the only way to relieve 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 Botswana want to listen to you and support you. They can help you find ways to feel better without hurting yourself.

If you think you might need support with self harm today, consider contacting a helpline in Botswana for free, confidential help.


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