As part of the Â鶹Éç Headroom campaign,
Video Nation looks at how people have overcome self-harming and the effect it has had on their physical and mental health.
In this series of short films, contributors
talk about how they have overcome self-harming and it's long term effects. They describe what they do to deal with daily life to improve their situation and fight the urge to self harm.
More about the Â鶹Éç campaign.
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If you need advice on mental health issues
call Â鶹Éç Headroom's dedicated helpline on 0800 0933 193. Calls
are free from a BT landline - other operators and mobile phone lines may
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18 May 2005 HELP TO HEAL Louise
2.25 mins
The turning point for Louise came when she discovered the Self Injury Support group…having a counsellor who listened and offered advice was exactly what she needed.
18 May 2005 A HAPPIER HANNAH Hannah Foward
2.21 mins
Hannah's time at university led her to self-harm. Discovering the All Sorts group in Brighton helped her overcome her problem.
18 May 2005 A HARMLESS LIFE Selina Aktar
2.00 mins
From the age of 12 Selina self-harmed and this led to suicidal tendencies. Today she's managed to beat her affliction.
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