AUTHOR NOTE
AUTHOR NOTE
Self-harm is a serious and often hidden mental health struggle affecting millions of people worldwide. Research suggests that approximately 1 in 6 adolescents will engage in self-harm at some point in their lives, with many first incidents occurring around the age of 13.
Self-harm is strongly associated with underlying emotional distress, including depression, anxiety, trauma, and other mental health conditions. It is not simply “attention-seeking” behavior, but often a sign of overwhelming emotional pain and difficulty coping.
If you are struggling with self-harm or thoughts of harming yourself, please seek help immediately. You are not alone, and support is available. Reach out to a mental health professional, crisis hotline, trusted person, or emergency services in your country.
Resources such as the International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) and local suicide prevention or mental health support services may provide confidential assistance and guidance. Recovery is possible with the right support.
To everyone who has struggled with self-harm, to those we have lost, and to every survivor: your pain matters, your story deserves to be heard, and there is hope beyond the darkness.
This book is a work of fiction intended for entertainment purposes only. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental.
CONTENT DISCLAIMER / TRIGGER WARNING
This novel contains depictions of self-harm, suicidal ideation, mental health struggles, emotional trauma, psychological distress, and explicit sexual content. Reader discretion is strongly advised.
DECLARATION OF HUMAN AUTHORSHIP PROCESS
I hereby declare that this story is an original work created, developed, and written through a human authorship process.
The characters, plot, emotional arcs, worldbuilding, dialogue, themes, and creative direction were conceived and shaped by me as the author. Any editing tools, grammar assistance, formatting support, or creative brainstorming aids used during the process were used only to refine, organize, or improve the presentation of the work.
The heart, vision, narrative choices, and artistic intent of this story remain entirely my own.
