CW: This episode contains descriptions of SH.

Self-harm addiction involves recurrent, intentional self-inflicted injuries as a response to emotional distress. This repetitive behavior serves as a temporary relief mechanism for inner turmoil. Overcoming self-harm addiction necessitates recognizing triggers, seeking professional assistance, and exploring alternative coping methods. Therapeutic interventions and support networks play crucial roles in the recovery process. The journey towards wellness entails adopting healthier strategies to manage emotions and break the harmful cycle. If you or someone you know is grappling with self-harm addiction, know that effective help is available to foster healing and mental well-being.

Resources:
https://www.crisistextline.org/help-f...
https://www.selfinjury.bctr.cornell.e...
https://twloha.com/find-help/help-by-...

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00:00 CW & Introduction
00:07 Family & Upbringing
01:20 Mental health starts changing
03:00 Beginning of self harm
05:15 Anxiety
06:45 Progression of SH
09:05 Discovering SH is a concept
10:05 History of mental health in her family
11:15 Friendship issues
12:30 Escalation
15:30 School finds out
22:10 Stopping SH, eating disorder escalating
25:30 Sophomore year relapse
27:35 Medication
28:30 Social life difficulties
38:40 SH escalates, used clothes to cover up
40:40 ED and SH shift around
44:15 Cleaning out her room
45:45 How she recovered, breaking the habit
51:30 People’s reactions to scars
1:00:00 Importance of getting help
1:03:00 Concluding thoughts