My teen is self-harming

Parental As Anything, with Maggie Dent

Jul 16, 20240:25:10Kids & family

You find fresh cuts on your teenager’s body – what do you do next? Self-harm can be a way for teens to cope with big emotions, anxiety and distress and it's more common than parents might think.

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