⚡ Crisis Intervention & Emergency Response *coming soon
Course overview
Lesson Overview

1.04 – How to Interrupt Self-Harm Behavior: Interrupting self-harm behavior requires building alternative responses to emotional overload. The first step is recognizing the urge as a warning light rather than a command. When the impulse appears, delay the action by even one minute and replace it with something sensory—holding an ice cube, squeezing a stress ball, or writing the words you can’t say out loud. Self-harm often becomes a way to manage invisible pain, but safety plans and trusted people can create new outlets for expression. Practice grounding techniques that bring your body back to the present, like counting what you see around you or focusing on textures under your hands. Over time, these substitutes train your brain to pause before reacting. If you slip, it doesn’t erase progress; it’s information for adjusting your plan. Healing happens through patience, honesty, and compassion toward yourself. Each moment you resist the urge strengthens your ability to face emotion without injury. You’re learning to choose care over control—and that is courage in action.

About this course

Training in crisis intervention techniques and emergency response strategies to ensure safety, de-escalate conflicts, and connect individuals with appropriate resources.

This course includes:
  • Scenario-based crisis intervention training modules
  • Safety planning templates and communication protocols
  • Resource guides for emergency and post-crisis support services

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