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Self-Abuse / Self-Mutilation

Self Mutilators Anonymous (SMA)

National. 10 affiliated groups. 12-step fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other, that they may solve their common problem and help others recover from physical self mutilation. Information resources. Online self-help group meeting available.
Website: http://www.selfmutilatorsanonymous.org
Verified: 10/3/2007

Secret Shame: Self Injury Information and Support

Online. Extensive information resource on self-injury and self-abuse. Resources for how to deal with self-abuse and the self-abuse of family members or friends. Offers web board and separate e-mail lists for self-injurers, their family and friends. (Email lists are named BUS for 'bodies under siege' and are located in the right hand column).
Website: http://www.selfharm.net
Verified: 4/30/2007

The above information was "verified" as correct on the date at the end of each entry. Since American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse's database is extensive but staffing is limited and information for these organizations can change, it is not possible to keep every entry in American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse database completely current and accurate. Please check with the organizations listed for the most current information.

For additional information on self-help groups, please visit the American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse web site at http://www.mentalhelp.net/selfhelp

If you find information that is not current, please contact American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse at: admin@selfhelpgroups.org

Copyright © 2008 American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse. All rights reserved.

WebMD Medical Reference from the American Self-Help Clearinghouse

Last Updated: December 03, 2007
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