Why should I tell someone that I self-harm?

How to Tell Someone You Self Harm. Telling someone you self-harm can be a very scary prospect, but it is a brave move forward that you can be proud of. read more

I would expect you to get some answers saying that you should tell other people and that might help, but as someone who used to self-harm and stopped by myself without counselling or therapy, I wouldn’t tell other people. read more

How to Tell Someone You Self Harm Three Parts: Choosing the Right Person Choosing the Right Time, Place, and Method Telling Someone Community Q&A Telling someone you self-harm can be a very scary prospect, but it is a brave move forward that you can be proud of. read more

In a way, it can be viewed as similar to coming out as gay or lesbian. Although it is very common, it may not be considered"acceptable" to others. Be careful whom you choose to tell. Choose someone you really trust. You can disclose your self-harm in a conversation, or in a letter that you present to them, or by e-mail. read more