What do experts consider effective ways to stop self harm?

Professional help: Self harm is not a healthy way to deal with problems. If you engage in repeated cutting you need mental health assistance. A comprehensive psychological evaluation is necessary. You may need medications to help treat possible mental health conditions. If your self-harm is associated with substance abuse – detoxification, 12 step program involvement or rehabilitation may be indicated. Dialectic >.

DBT and medication: Dialectical behavior therapy is the most widely used treatment for self harm. Often it is combined with medication to treat whatever other symptoms accompany this behavior. This form of therapy requires an active commitment on the part of the patient so that they can develop a useful understanding of the triggers and ways to manage the intense feelings that lead to these behaviors.