Common Forms of Self Harm

  • Cutting or Scratching:
    • Using objects to injure the skin, often on the arms or thighs.
  • Burning:
    • Applying heat or flames to the skin to cause injury.
  • Hitting or Banging:
    • Striking oneself against objects or surfaces.
  • Trichotillomania:
    • Hair Pulling
  • Dermatillomania:
    • Skin Picking
  • Engaging in any repetitive behaviors that cause physical harm.