What exactly is self-harm and how to avoid it?
A person who mutilates him or herself is not necessarily mentally ill as this is a voluntary act, which consists of hurting oneself by various means. According to statistics, one in 50 young people has already resorted to an act of self-harm at least once in their lives. There are many reasons for self-harm, some of which are reckless, but the majority of people who practice self-harm see it as an escape from personal and love problems. The major outcome is suicide, and professional help is usually needed.