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Self-harm?

It can feel a little mysterious.

Pastoral care Helen Thorne-Allenson
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Most of us try to avoid pain. But self-harm – the act of inflicting pain or injury on yourself – is far from rare. Statistics are notoriously hard to verify but it’s thought that about 13% of 11–16 year olds will try – some continue well into adulthood.