If someone you know is self-injuring:
• Ask how they are feeling
• Do not judge – let them know you care
• Educate yourself about self-injury – understanding self-injury, can help you, provide support
• Do not promise confidentiality – tell a trusted adult or a professional counselor
• Do not focus on the behaviour itself – self-injury usually means, that someone is struggling, and could use some support
• Encourage them to seek professional help.
