What is self-harm?
Self-harm or self-injurious behaviour is the deliberate act of causing harm to the self with or without an intention to die from this harm. It can involve cutting, pinching, hitting, scratching oneself, pulling out hair or banging the head or body. It is the expression of and temporary relief from overwhelming, unbearable and often conflicting emotions and feelings. Self harming behaviours can become addictive and compulsive.

Below you will find a link to the Anna Freud National Centre for Children and Families support material for supporting young people who self harm.