What is Self-injury Awareness Day?
Each 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 study by the Journal of American Board of Family Medicine, approximately 4% of Americans self-harm, with the majority of those being college students. The day is designed to help friends and families recognize the signs and support those in emotional distress find support. However, help and assistance can be obtained.
Self-injury can take many forms, including cutting, scratching, punching, punching, and ingestion of chemicals. Many people who self-harm do so for a variety of reasons. Some of them include dealing with fear, stress, anxiety, or inducing positive feelings.
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