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{{CW}}{{HealthDisclosure}}{{Quote|quote=I just tried to jump on the tracks... Yeah, I just tried to commit suicide I tried to jump on the tracks... [''sobbing'']|author=Josh immediately after attempting to jump onto train tracks}} | {{CW}}{{HealthDisclosure}}{{Quote|quote=I just tried to jump on the tracks... Yeah, I just tried to commit suicide I tried to jump on the tracks... [''sobbing'']|author=Josh immediately after attempting to jump onto train tracks}} | ||
[[File:Hand Wound.png|thumb|Self-inflicted nibble marks from July 4th, 2025. ]] | |||
One of the signs of [[Josh Block|Joshua Block's]] poor [[Josh and Mental Health|mental health]] is frequent '''self harm''' in the form of biting himself, banging his head against things, and punching himself. | One of the signs of [[Josh Block|Joshua Block's]] poor [[Josh and Mental Health|mental health]] is frequent '''self harm''' in the form of biting himself, banging his head against things, and punching himself. | ||
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Self-injurious behavior in [[autism]] involves actions such as biting, hitting, or scratching oneself, often as a response to distress or sensory overload.<ref>https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/topics/behaviour/self-injurious-behaviour/all-audiences</ref> In the case of Josh, an autistic individual, this behavior primarily manifests as hand biting. | Self-injurious behavior in [[autism]] involves actions such as biting, hitting, or scratching oneself, often as a response to distress or sensory overload.<ref>https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/topics/behaviour/self-injurious-behaviour/all-audiences</ref> In the case of Josh, an autistic individual, this behavior primarily manifests as hand biting. | ||
Before participating in streams with Mr. Based, Josh rarely exhibited this behavior; one example was a June 2023 meltdown.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/WorldOfTShirts/comments/1425s1h/josh_meltdown/</ref> However, in 2024, Josh's self-injurious actions increased alongside more frequent meltdowns. | Before participating in streams with Mr. Based, Josh rarely exhibited this behavior; one example was a June 2023 meltdown.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/WorldOfTShirts/comments/1425s1h/josh_meltdown/</ref> However, in 2024, Josh's self-injurious actions increased alongside more frequent meltdowns, mostly biting his hand. | ||
In June, 2025, during an incident where Josh believed Santos broke his nose with a soft basketball, Josh bit [[Jack Doherty]], leaving a red welt on his skin and causing Jack to wail in pain. Josh explained, "''Sorry, I thought I was biting my own arm.''" <ref>https://www.instagram.com/reel/DKXR9vJO_bk/</ref> | In June, 2025, during an incident where Josh believed Santos [[Broken Nose Meltdown|broke his nose]] with a soft basketball, Josh bit [[Jack Doherty]], leaving a red welt on his skin and causing Jack to wail in pain. Josh explained, "''Sorry, I thought I was biting my own arm.''" <ref>https://www.instagram.com/reel/DKXR9vJO_bk/</ref> Recently, Josh has taken to biting his own knee. | ||
== Hitting His Head Against Various Objects == | == Hitting His Head Against Various Objects == | ||
There are a handful of examples of Josh dinging his head against walls, poles, and even | There are a handful of examples of Josh dinging his head against walls, poles, and even windows. He has also hit his head with his hands. | ||
=== Nathan's | === Nathan's === | ||
In November 2024, [[Jason Itzler|Mr. Based]] streamed Josh gently tapping his head against a pole outside of Nathan's | In November 2024, [[Jason Itzler|Mr. Based]] streamed Josh gently tapping his head against a pole outside of Nathan's in NYC. [https://www.reddit.com/r/WorldOfTShirts/comments/1fqyu33/josh_crashes_out_and_bangs_his_head_on_a_pole/] | ||
=== Chicago Walgreens === | === Chicago Walgreens === | ||
In May 2025, during a Chicago fry-bagging incident, Josh attempted to run head first into a Walgreens window, fortunately, he did not exert full force so that [[Tony Bame|Tony]] could hold him back from getting into this violent altercation with said window. [https://www.reddit.com/r/WorldOfTShirts/comments/1khg860/josh_tries_to_run_head_first_through_walgreens/] | In May 2025, during a Chicago fry-bagging incident, Josh attempted to run head first into a Walgreens window, fortunately, he did not exert full force so that [[Tony Bame|Tony]] could hold him back from getting into this violent altercation with said window. [https://www.reddit.com/r/WorldOfTShirts/comments/1khg860/josh_tries_to_run_head_first_through_walgreens/] | ||
=== Broken Nose | === Broken Nose Meltdown === | ||
In June 2025, two separate incidents occurred at residences associated with internet personality [[Jack Doherty]]. In this first incident, Josh | In June 2025, two separate incidents occurred at residences associated with internet personality [[Jack Doherty]]. In this first incident, Josh put his head through drywall following an altercation with [[Santos]], who had thrown a soft basketball at him, leading Josh to believe his nose was horribly [[Broken Nose Meltdown|broken]]. [https://www.tiktok.com/@joshblocktok/video/7510807721290124574] | ||
=== Lost Hat Incident === | === Lost Hat Incident === | ||
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== Suicide Attempts == | == Suicide Attempts == | ||
=== | === SIR suicide attempt === | ||
On July 27, 2024, an incident involving Josh occurred near a | On July 27, 2024, an incident involving Josh occurred near a Staten Island Railway station in Staten Island. According to witness accounts, the situation began after Josh was reportedly removed from Richmond Republic, a local bar, for allegedly punching another patron. Following the altercation, he became increasingly agitated, shouting about "America being backwards" before heading toward the train tracks in visible distress.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/WorldOfTShirts/comments/1ee153k/josh_seriously_needs_help/?sort=qa</ref> | ||
Multiple bystanders, primarily teenagers, attempted to intervene after hearing screams in a nearby Wendy’s parking lot. They described Josh as being in an extreme state of distress, stimming uncontrollably for approximately 30 minutes while resisting attempts to calm him down. Josh also called his [[Grandpa Block|grandfather]], informing him of his suicide attempt and [[Catchphrases|continuing to complain]] about [[America]].<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/WorldOfTShirts/comments/1eeezd8/josh_talking_on_the_phone_after_attempting_to/</ref> When someone suggested calling emergency services, and upon realizing he was being filmed, Josh reportedly became more agitated, kicking one individual and refusing assistance, saying he | Multiple bystanders, primarily teenagers, attempted to intervene after hearing screams in a nearby Wendy’s parking lot. They described Josh as being in an extreme state of distress, stimming uncontrollably for approximately 30 minutes while resisting attempts to calm him down. Josh also called his [[Grandpa Block|grandfather]], informing him of his suicide attempt and [[Catchphrases|continuing to complain]] about [[America]].<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/WorldOfTShirts/comments/1eeezd8/josh_talking_on_the_phone_after_attempting_to/</ref> When someone suggested calling emergency services, and upon realizing he was being filmed, Josh reportedly became more agitated, kicking one individual and refusing assistance, saying he could not afford another hospital bill.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/WorldOfTShirts/comments/1eeewm3/josh_tries_to_assault_one_of_the_filmers_of_the/</ref> | ||
Several witnesses attempted to physically restrain him, but he continued screaming and lashing out. Eventually, a group accompanied him onto a train to St. George to ensure his safety, though they admitted lacking experience in crisis intervention. The situation was partially recorded in videos posted by the bystanders, some of which were posted by [[Mr. Based]]. | Several witnesses attempted to physically restrain him, but he continued screaming and lashing out. Eventually, a group accompanied him onto a train to St. George to ensure his safety, though they admitted lacking experience in crisis intervention. The situation was partially recorded in videos posted by the bystanders, some of which were posted by [[Mr. Based]]. | ||
== Threats Against His Well-Being == | == Threats Against His Well-Being == | ||
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=== Removal Of His Spinal Cord === | === Removal Of His Spinal Cord === | ||
In a video uploaded on March 26th, 2025, he states: ''"You know what? Maybe I should pay a doctor like $2,000 to damage my spinal cords so that I can't walk. I should pay a Nigerian doctor to disable my spinal cord. I would | In a video uploaded on March 26th, 2025, he states: ''"You know what? Maybe I should pay a doctor like $2,000 to damage my spinal cords so that I can't walk. I should pay a Nigerian doctor to disable my spinal cord. I would be happier because I would be in a nursing home, so nobody could bother me anymore."'' [https://www.tiktok.com/@robertshafer2/video/7486106240905481478] | ||
=== Broken Jaw === | |||
After biting himself, Josh will often complain that his jaw is broken and that he needs to get it wired shut. | |||
== References == | == References == | ||