Safe from harm
The media often portrays self harming as a bit of a joke, but new research shows that one in 12 young people in the UK have self harmed - that’s at least two kids in every school classroom.
Despite the unsettling figures there’s still very little information available to help young people and their families understand what’s happening.
A new booklet, snappily titled The Truth About Self Harm For Young People And Their Friends And Families, will be available from July 6 for those who want to know more about self harm; what it is, why young people do it, and where to go for help.
It’s based on the experiences of young people who have self harmed, their families, friends and professionals.
To get your free copy visit the Young People and Self Harm site or the Mental Health Foundation, telephone 020 7803 1100 or email mhf@mhf.org.uk
Posted by Thin White Duke
If you liked this story, you could buy us a coffeeJune 20th, 2006
