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 4 helplines available in China that can offer you support:

Looking for a way to escape the emotional pain
Scratching, pinching, hitting yourself
Cutting yourself with a sharp object
Feeling like self-harm is the only thing keeping you going
Craving physical pain as a distraction from overwhelming emotions
Feeling like you're addicted to pain or hurting yourself
Taking part in high-risk activities, disregarding safety
Feeling like you need a physical release for your emotions

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.

If you tend to hold things inside, talking to someone about your feelings can feel scary. However, trained helpline counselors and volunteers can help put you at ease. You can call a supporter in China when you have the urge to self-harm and they can talk you through your emotions.

If you feel like you might need support with self harm, try reaching out to a hotline in China. It's free and confidential.

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