Episode 14: Why Adolescents Cut

What can be worse than the feeling of pain from a cut? How about the pain of anxiety, depression, self-hatred, or abuse? 

Nonsuicidal Self Injury begins around 12 to 14 years of age, although it can begin later in life if childhood issues are not the cause of their pain. Cutting is one of several ways that people can hurt themselves in order to deal with their internal pain.

Check out the podcast to learn more. And then, if you know someone who does intentionally injure themselves, reach out to be with them to find help.