Why I Hurt Myself (Urges)
Trauma-safe tool to understand the urge and choose a safe step.
● If you might act right now:
Pause. Move away from anything you could use to hurt yourself, and contact a trusted adult, counselor, crisis line, or emergency services.
9-8-8
Canada/US Crisis Line
Kids Help Phone
1-800-668-6868
Emergency
Call 9-1-1
0510
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Choose a safer next step (10 minutes)
Tiny Plan (If–Then)
Summary
This is about understanding and safety — not shame.