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Where does the Church stand when it comes to mental issues that can cause self-harm?

Jun 23, 2025 | Mental Health

Question Gramps, For a few years now, I’ve had a problem with cutting myself. Sometimes to have some control over my feelings, sometimes to ‘punish’ myself for making a mistake. I haven’t been able to find any church advice on this topic...

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