Self-Harm and Suicide

Emotional Health Issues

by Jillian Powell

Each year, millions of young people purposely harm themselves by cutting, burning, scratching, or bruising their bodies. Self-injury is their secret way of dealing with strong feelings of anger, shame, frustration, and hopelessness. Some children and teens are so overwhelmed by difficult emotions or events that they desperately seek a way out. Sadly, they may choose to end their lives through suicide. Learn to identify the risk factors and warning signs for self-harm and suicide. Find out where to go to get help and how to develop coping skills to get through the tough times.

48 pages, Hardcover

First published April 1, 2008

Reviews

[Sally · Rating 3 out of 5]

Honestly I think November was my non-fiction era...

[Amna Asad · Rating 3 out of 5]

I thought it was very informative and great and I enjoyed the facts about self harm and suicide and how they explained each subject.

[Duane · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book should be in every library's collections. Filled with useful information that can help not only those who do cut themselves, but also those that could help self harmers. The author does a great job of handling a very difficult topic with respect and class. They go into details as to why and how teens hurt themselves to make them get through life more easily. At the back of the book is a listing of websites and hotlines that teens can contact for help. A great book that everybody should read once. Meant for preteen and up readers.