Cutting and self harm is a growing concern for both teens and their parents.
Episodic self-harm can progress to repetitive self-harm after as few as five or as many as 20 episodes.
Throughout the article there are quotes from young people who self harm.
Safe Alternatives is a world-renowned program for teens that self harm at 1-800-DONT-CUT (1-800-366-8288).
Many had co-morbid substance misuse and a history of self-harm.