Teens and young adults are particularly susceptible.
Other self-harm behaviors can include head-banging, branding or burning their skin, overdosing on medications, and strangulation.
If you are having suicidal thoughts, contact theNational Suicide Prevention Lifelineat988for support and assistance from a trained counselor.
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If you or a loved one are in immediate danger, call 911.
For more mental health resources, see ourNational Helpline Database.
Of course, any relief is only temporary.
Teens who cut themselves are usually described as being impulsive.
Some are also described as being overachievers.
If the answer is yes, it’s important not to get mad or overreact.
You don’t want to make them feel bad for doing it.
The longer a teen cuts herself, the harder it becomes to break the habit.
Cutting can also lead to more problems later in life.
In fact, the S.A.F.E.
These are some forms of treatment that may help your teen quit cutting and learn healthier coping strategies.
Treatment Center
You might look for a treatment center in your area that specializes in cutting.
Support Group
Your teen might also find help by joining aself-harm support group.
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