When is Self-injury Awareness Day?
Wednesday March 1stEach year, Self-Injury Awareness Day, focuses on raising awareness and assistance on a misunderstood issue...
When someone commits deliberate self-injury or harm, it is an indication of emotional distress. According to the Journal of American Family Medicine, approximately 4% of Americans self-harm, with the majority of those being college students. The day is designed to help friends and family members recognize the signs and support those in emotional distress find support. However, help and assistance can be found.
Self-injury takes many forms, including cutting, scratching, punching, punching, and ingestion of chemicals. Many people who self-harm do so for a variety of reasons. Any of them include dealing with fear, overwhelm, fear, and anxiety, as well as inducing positive emotions.
People who self-injure can try to mask their injuries. Their clothing may not fit the season. Other signs may include:: Other signs may include::
