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In an earlier video, Dr. Sarah Garwood discussed why teens cut themselves and how parents can recognize the warning signs. In this follow-up video, Dr. Garwood speaks directly to kids and teens about how to get help if you or someone you know is cutting or hurting themselves.
The number of teenagers self-harming - cutting or poisoning themselves - is increasing at a startling rate according to new figures prepared for the World Health Organisation. Tanya Byron is a clinical psychologist and author of the Skeleton Cupboard.
This video provides advice and ideas for concerned parents, teachers or other adults who want to know what they should and should not say and do if a child or young person discloses that they have been self-harming.