Description

When someone is hurting inside, the signs aren’t always easy to see. Our Self-Injury Awareness Pamphlets offer clear, compassionate guidance for understanding self-harm—what it is, why it happens, and how support can make all the difference. Designed for schools, counseling centers, health departments, and community programs, these pamphlets help break the silence surrounding a serious but often misunderstood issue.

Inside, readers will learn about common forms of self-injury, potential underlying causes, and symptoms that may indicate someone is struggling. The pamphlet also explains how self-harm differs from suicidal intent while emphasizing that both require attention, care, and professional support.

To help individuals take positive steps toward healing, the pamphlet also includes evidence-based strategies for seeking help, ways to talk to a trusted adult or mental health professional, and guidance for friends or family members who want to provide support without judgment. Risk factors, prevention tips, and reminders about early intervention round out the content, making this an accessible resource for anyone who may be worried about themselves or someone they care about.

Key Features:

• Defines self-injury and common forms of self-harm
• Outlines causes, symptoms, and risk factors
• Offers guidance on seeking help and supporting others
• Encourages early intervention and open communication

This pamphlet is also available in Spanish.

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