A self-harm behaviour is anything that someone does to cause harm to their body/mind. Some people do not know why they do it. There are a wide range of behaviours that are considered self-harming, e.g. drinking excessively, over-working, cutting, refusing medical attention when needed.
When emotional distress becomes too intense, self-harming is often seen as a way of coping. To some, this may be difficult to understand.
1 in 10 have self harmed by the age of 16.
It is thought to be the highest reason for hospital admissions for teens. (SAFA website)
If you want to help yourself, someone you care about, or others who are suffering with their self-harming behaviours, please seek support from the following:
All college students have access to college safeguarding support 07515062617 (text or phone) you can also ask any member of staff or those on reception to contact this number if you are without a phone.