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If 1 in 10 people self-harm why is it so hard to talk about it?
How to prepare for talking to someone, gauging reactions and feelings.
You can’t control what your chosen person does with the information you have shared with them.
Lots of people who self-harm are often scared to ask for help with their wounds.
Help & Advice for dealing with cutting injuries.
Help & Advice for dealing with burn wounds.
Help & Advice for dealing with Overdoses/Swallowing of substances or objects.
It is normal to be scared, but it is essential to get proper medical attention as quickly as possible.