Who can diagnose self-harm? Psychiatrists, psychologists, licensed therapists, psychiatric social workers, counsellors, and other qualified mental health professionals can assess a person for ...

Who can diagnose self-harm? Psychiatrists, psychologists, licensed therapists, psychiatric social workers, counselors, and other qualified mental health professionals can assess a person for self-harm ...

Emergency department visits for self-harm have spiked since the pandemic. Experts explain the psychology behind the behavior and how to overcome it. Megan walked the halls of her suburban Houston ...

Although self-harm is not formally classified as an addiction in the DSM-5-TR, some experts argue that it can manifest as a behavioral addiction due to its effects on the brain’s reward system.

Editor’s Note: This story contains details of self-harm that some readers may find upsetting or triggering. Help is available if you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts or mental ...