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 Indiana, United States 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.

You may struggle to talk to people about your feelings, but having the right person to talk to can make all the difference. Dedicated volunteers in Indiana, United States will listen to you without any judgement. Whether you just want to be heard, or you want to explore other coping tools, you can find the support you need.

For free and confidential support with self harm, consider contacting a hotline in Indiana, United States today.