In 2018, the BME Pain Olympics was shut down by its administrators, citing concerns about the site's impact on vulnerable individuals and the potential for self-harm. The site's closure was widely reported, with many experts and advocacy groups welcoming the decision.
The BME Pain Olympics was widely criticized for promoting and glorifying self-harm and extreme body modification. Many experts and organizations, including mental health professionals and advocacy groups, expressed concerns about the site's potential to encourage vulnerable individuals to engage in self-destructive behaviors. bme pain olympic wiki