Bréfa
Bréfa is a traditional self-harming practice historically observed in certain regions, notably within some cultural or ritual contexts. The term broadly refers to deliberate physical injury, often involving cutting or other forms of skin incision. While varying in method and significance across different communities, bréfa is generally associated with personal expression, spiritual beliefs, or social processes.
Historically, bréfa has been used as a rite of passage, a form of protest, or a method
In contemporary times, bréfa is recognized as a form of non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI), and health professionals
Efforts to address bréfa involve sensitive intervention that respects cultural significance while promoting mental health. Education,
Due to its varied historical and cultural contexts, understanding bréfa requires acknowledgment of its multifaceted roles