This area is full of information about who self-harms, why people might self-harm and what you can do to help or support. Everyone has a different understanding about why it may be happening to them, but this should provide you with some basic information if you are encountering self-harm for the first time.

You can also read about some of the myths that surround self-harm - many of which can be barriers to better services and support.

Self-harm.co.uk is committed to helping people overcome difficulties with self-harm, but the final section will provide you with some information to help you stay safe in the meantime. It is not designed to encourage self-harm or give the impression that it's a good thing to be doing; it is there out of recognition that just telling you to stop won't work, and we want to keep you safe while you recover in your own time.