The interpretive difficulties of self-harm in “Sharp Objects”

Veronica Heney

This article discusses the American TV show Sharp Objects in which the main character’s experience with self-harm is central. However, the article highlights that reviews of the show fell into the pattern that society often falls into when it comes to self-harm: avoidance and stigmatisation

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