What is Facebook's policy on reporting content that promotes self-harm?

Facebook's policy on reporting content that promotes self-harm focuses on providing support and preventing harm. Here's an overview of how Facebook handles such reports:

1. **Content Review**: When content that promotes self-harm is reported, Facebook's moderation team reviews it to determine if it violates their Community Standards. This includes content that encourages or glorifies self-harm, suicide, or eating disorders.

2. **Community Standards**: Facebook's policies explicitly prohibit content that promotes or glorifies self-harm. They have guidelines to address:
   - **Self-Harm**: Content that depicts or encourages acts of self-injury or self-destructive behavior.
   - **Suicide**: Content that promotes or glorifies suicide or provides methods for committing suicide.
   - **Eating Disorders**: Content that encourages unhealthy eating behaviors or provides harmful advice related to eating disorders.

3. **Action Taken**:
   - **Content Removal**: If content is found to violate these policies, it may be removed from the platform.
   - **Support Resources**: Facebook may offer resources and support options to users who post concerning content. For example, users might be directed to mental health resources or crisis support services.
   - **Account Actions**: The account responsible for posting harmful content might receive warnings, be temporarily suspended, or face permanent bans if there are repeated violations.

4. **Intervention**: In cases where there's an imminent risk to a user's safety, Facebook may reach out directly to the individual involved. They might contact the user with resources and information on getting help or involve local emergency services if necessary.

5. **Reporting and Support**: Users can report content promoting self-harm using the "Report" feature on Facebook. This process allows users to specify the nature of the report, which helps Facebook's moderation team handle it appropriately.

6. **Preventive Measures**: Facebook employs algorithms and artificial intelligence to detect and flag content related to self-harm. These systems help identify and address problematic content more proactively.

7. **Support for Reporters**: Facebook provides guidance for users who may encounter content related to self-harm, including how to report it and where to find support resources.

8. **Transparency and Improvements**: Facebook regularly updates its policies and practices to improve how it handles self-harm content, based on feedback, research, and evolving best practices in online safety.

By implementing these policies, Facebook aims to prevent and address content that could lead to self-harm while providing support to those affected.