Teens that engage in self-harm are not always thinking about suicide. Many times they are dealing with overwhelming pain and emotional experiences that they don't know how manage. This page can offer you more information on what causes a person to engage in self-injury, signs that someone may be thinking about self-injury, information on how to learn better coping skills and where to find help.
This website does not take the place of talking to trusted adults in your life and medical professionals. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, reach out for help immediately. Please use the hotline number (1-800-273-8255) or immediately talk to a trusted adult. If it is an emergency, call 911.
Learn more about the self-harm cycle and how to get help to stop the cycle.
Our Calm Room is full of great ways to calm, cope, and distract yourself.