Helplines in Aichi, Japan.

Self-harm helplines are available in Aichi, Japan

Self-harm may offer you relief from painful emotions in the moment, but it can leave you feeling worse afterward. It cannot solve your problems or remove the source of your pain. If you struggle with the following, you can get help from one of 1 in Aichi, Japan:

• Feeling like you're addicted to pain or hurting yourself
• Feeling the need to escape or numb your feelings
• Not wanting to die, but still feeling like you need the pain
• Taking part in high-risk activities, disregarding safety
• Searching for ways to self-harm
• Feeling like your emotions are too difficult or overwhelming to deal with
• Feeling like your head is spinning with thoughts and there's no other option to make it stop
• Feeling like you're worthless

Since self-harm provides immediate, in-the-moment relief from painful emotions, it’s easy to become reliant on it as your go-to coping mechanism. Stopping may seem impossible and you may be ashamed to even talk about it. However, self-harm is more common than you think. Many people struggle to manage intense emotions.

Talking about difficult emotions with someone compassionate and non-judgemental may help lighten your burdens. There are dedicated helpline volunteers in Aichi, Japan who are trained to support people through emotional distress. A helpline volunteer can help you process complex feelings and introduce you to healthy coping tools at your own discretion.

Consider contacting a hotline in Aichi, Japan right away for free, private help with self harm.