Self Harm Archives - Tacit Knowledge

Dear Tacit, What is the difference between anorexia and binge-eating disorder? They get a little confusing to me. Signed: Eating/Feeding...

Dear Tacit, I have lost a loved one to suicide, and it has been a struggle. Could you share some thoughts about how to support the survivors of...

Dear Tacit Readers: This article is Part 2 of last week’s response to a reader who asked about how to recognize if someone is suicidal. I thought...

Dear Tacit, My friend is depressed a lot of the time. How do I know if he is suicidal? Signed: Recognize When Someone Is Suicidal Dear...

Dear Tacit, People tell me that I have an anger issue. How do I know if my anger is really becoming a problem? Signed: Angry Dear Angry, First...

Dear Tacit, I have a terrible habit of putting myself down a lot. I don’t usually say things out loud, but the thoughts in my head are quite...

Dear Tacit, Last week, you talked about needing to develop self-control before motivation can be experienced. Do you have any tips for how to...

Dear Tacit, I struggle with bouts of depression, and I can get pretty low at times (low energy, low mood, low outlook). What are some ways I can...

Dear Tacit, Should I get a mental health diagnosis to start my counselling journey? Signed: Are Labels Helpful? Dear Are Labels Helpful, What a...

Dear Tacit, My teen seems depressed. How can I help him? He spends a lot of time alone in his room and doesn’t want to talk to me. Signed...

Dear Tacit, I hear a lot about the term “mindfulness” but I don’t really know what it means. Can you explain? Signed: What Is Mindfulness? Dear...

Dear Tacit, I think my teen may be self harming – should I be worried or is this just a phase he is going through? Signed: A Worried Parent Dear...