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 Samoa that can help. If you relate to the following, reach out:
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
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.
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 Samoa when you have the urge to self-harm and they can talk you through your emotions.
If you think you might need support with self harm today, consider contacting a helpline in Samoa for free, confidential help.