Self-harm refers to intentionally injuring one's own body as a coping mechanism to emotional distress. It manifests in many ...

This research was conducted as part of a PhD project supported by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC), Centre for Society and Mental Health at King’s College London (ES/S012567/1), the ...

Some individuals use threats of suicide or self-harm to manipulate others. This is common with individuals who suffer from symptoms of borderline personality disorder (BPD). People whose children, ...

If you or someone you know may be experiencing a mental-health crisis or contemplating suicide, call or text 988. In emergencies, call 911, or seek care from a local hospital or mental health provider ...

As many as one in six teenagers have self-harmed at some point in their lives. As well as being an indicator of emotional pain, self-harm is also the best-known predictor of death by suicide—yet ...