Mental health experts say one thing is critical to understand: self-injury is often a signal of emotional pain — not a desire to die.

If a child confides in you, it is a crucial first step to getting them the help they need.

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March is self-harm awareness month, and experts say self-injury doesn’t always mean someone is suicidal.

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A growing number of young people are turning to self-harm in Canada and other parts of the world, according to new research.

TORONTO — A new Canadian study showing a steady increase in youth self-harm highlights the need for more mental health support and proactive teaching of coping strategies to deal with emotional ...

Taylor Little relaxes with their cat in their living room in Colorado Springs on Aug. 18. Taylor Little relaxes with their cat in their living room in Colorado Springs on Aug. 18.Jimena Peck for TIME ...

Twofold higher risk than general population, suicide more often preceded by episode of sel ...