How to learn about self harm for writing/research purposes?
I'm writing a book. The main character battles depression and his suicidal ideation after a traumatic event. He begins using self-harm to cope. I've done a lot of research on the emotional psychological, and behavioral side of things. However; when it comes to the physical mechanisms and the actual "how-to" I'm sort of at a giant loss. As much as I hate Al, I've tried consulting it, and it can't help. I cannot Google anything because I get a "you're not alone screen" and a bunch of links telling me to call 988. I cannot really write about something I don't know, haven't seen or can't imagine. I have a basic idea of the
"steps/process" to self harming but I don't wanna work in guesses. I also have very specific, questions pertaining to the scene or different context. These questions are unique and non-general and I need a source where I can have them answered as needed.
(EX: "What type of physical pain is caused by cutting?|s it a burn or more of a thorb? How does a person phycially manipulate the raz0r? Is it held a certain way like under the index finger? How much phyical force is required to make a cut?) I basically need like...detailed step-by-step instructions on how self harm is accomplished. However I understand it's unavailable to the public (for obvious reasons). l've read a few academic papers, and asked a question to a therapist in passing but that's about it. Where can I find a really good source for this? Also. As someone who wants to do my absolute best to portray depression and self harm accurately and respectfully in my book, if anyone is interested I'd appreciate all/any information. As much information or suggestions as you are willing to share comfortably. Anything helps. Thank you.