Self-harm involves intentionally hurting one’s own body. A person can try various alternatives to self-harm, such as spending time with friends or pets, listening to music, or learning harm ...

Although self-harm is not formally classified as an addiction in the DSM-5-TR, some experts argue that it can manifest as a behavioral addiction due to its effects on the brain’s reward system.

Warning: This article discusses sexual assault, abuse and self-harm in a way that may be distressing to some readers. "It got to the point where I couldn’t deal with it on my own but couldn’t speak to ...

This article discusses self-harm and suicide. If you are thinking about committing suicide or engaging in self-harm, dial 988 to reach the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. This article also ...

Editor’s Note: This story contains details of self-harm that some readers may find upsetting or triggering. Help is available if you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts or mental ...

As mental health professionals are well aware, self-harm and suicide are serious concerns in people with schizophrenia. Early intervention services (EIS) for patients with first-episode schizophrenia ...

Victor Garcia, 34, died following roughly 20 incidents of escalating self-harm inside Wisconsin’s prison system. The Wisconsin Department of Corrections does not comprehensively track self-harm ...