Self harm is when a person deliberately sets out to harm themselves usually without the intention of killing themselves
The practice of injuring yourself, especially by cutting, in order to relieve emotional distress.
an example would be, cutting yourself, burning yourself, hiding yourself to leave bruises, anything physically hurting yourself. Abusing your body on purpose.
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Yes, self-harm is harmful both physically and mentally. It is not a healthy coping mechanism and can lead to serious consequences. Seeking help from a mental health professional is important in finding healthier ways to cope with emotional distress.
Yes, it's obviously not good. But it is not immoral and the sufferer should not be frowned upon or isolated. They just need help.