Blog Post by Hre4u

Self-harm is one of the most misunderstood things in mental health. It’s often talked about in vague, careful language, or reduced to stereotypes that don’t match reality. People are told it’s attention-seeking, dramatic, or something they should “just stop.”

That version of the story leaves a lot out. This post is about what self-harm actually is, why people do it, why it’s usually hidden, and why stopping isn’t simple. It’s also about the small, practical things that can help in the moments when everything feels too much.

🔗 https://hre4u.co.uk/blog/blog-post?slug=self-harm-the-parts-we-dont-talk-about-14-01-2026