Self-harm

This fact sheet briefly describes self-harm for teenagers and young adults.

It includes information on:

• ‘What is self-harm?’
• ‘Why do people self-harm?’
• ‘Self-harm and suicide’
• ‘What can you do if you self-harm?’
• ‘How can I help a young person who self-harms?’
• ‘Not ready to talk to someone you know?’