Story Categories: Self Harm

After serving for years in the military, Robert viewed treatment as a second chance at fulfilling his dream as a medic.

"I was not going to fail."

Christine no longer self-harms. Instead, she relies on positive solutions to combat temporary feelings.

“I learned healthy coping mechanisms that helped me deal with how I was feeling. Things that provided a substantial release without having negative consequences. These included going for a walk, calling a friend, reading, painting, baking, dancing, writing, shopping, etc. Anything that gets me out of my head and engaged in life.”