Plight of self-harming kids
March 3, 2005
Young Scots are being urged to share their experiences of self-harming as part of a nationwide investigation being launched today.
Now a joint campaign by the Mental Health Institute and the Camelot Foundation aims to tackle the emotional issues associated with the problem.
The launch coincides with National Self-Injury Awareness Day today.
Inquiry chairwoman Catherine McLoughlin said: "The inquiry wants to hear from young people, their friends and families. This research will help us to understand why more young people seem to be harming themselves, and what we can do to help."
It's thought self harming affects as many as one in 10 teenagers in the UK and the rates have increased dramatically over the past decade.
For an information pack visit www.selfharmUK.org
Source: Glasgow Evening Times, 01/03/2005