Category Archives: self-injury

self-injury–back on our radar

Posted on February 19, 2010 by

Self-injury. Thankfully now many have become more aware of what it is and how to encourage or help someone they know who is struggling. March 1st was designated–though not entirely officially–as National Self-Injury Awareness Day. But what happens when the issue … Continue reading →

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good friday is ‘good’

Posted on April 10, 2009 by

Good Friday. It isn’t called that everywhere. Those in Germany call it Karfreitag, meaning Mourning Friday. Not surprising. God’s hand was raised against the darkness of sin that day long ago when Jesus was led to the cross. And it … Continue reading →

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when someone who self-injures comes to you

Posted on March 28, 2009 by

What do you do when someone tells you they are self-injuring? Most just want you to be there to listen, but realize that more often than not, they may share their story gradually. They’ll test the waters, see if they … Continue reading →

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how you know someone is self-injuring

Posted on March 27, 2009 by

Yesterday I spoke in a Youth Counseling class at William Jessup University. Part of what we talked about included the trends of self-injury and how those involved in youth organizations and ministries can best be aware of and help a teen … Continue reading →

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author chats about vital teen and young adult issues

Posted on September 6, 2008 by

[NOTE: Unfortunately Abunga is no longer in business. so the links are not active. I will be deleting this post soon.] Want to talk about the Live Free series and the topics of self-injury, sexual compromise, and Internet obsessions? Chat … Continue reading →

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parents responding to self-injury

Posted on June 16, 2008 by

You see unexplained cuts or burns on your teen’s arms. They heal, then you notice more as her long sleeves, meant to hide the wounds, slide up to reveal fresh injuries. Or maybe he comes to you, head down, unsure … Continue reading →

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understanding self-injurious behavior

Posted on June 13, 2008 by

I just added another article link to the others listed on the self-injury resources page. Understanding Self-Injurious Behavior is an older article, from 2002. But I ran across it while doing some research and felt that it covered the general facts about self-injury compassionately and well.  What … Continue reading →

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more than one way to hurt yourself

Posted on March 10, 2008 by

Suzy, who had self-injured through cutting, told me there was another way she had chosen to hurt herself. In fact, it became her main form of “self-injury.” So she began to tell me her story. It started out so innocent. Just wanting … Continue reading →

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self-injury awareness day

Posted on March 1, 2008 by

Today, March 1st, is Self-Injury Awareness Day, known by some as National Self-Injury Awareness Day. Though it is not officially recognized by the U.S., except in a couple states, it is known by many and globally recognized as a day … Continue reading →

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self-injury—teens helping teens

Posted on February 6, 2008 by

Maybe you’re a friend to someone who self-injures. What do you do to help? Does your friend know you know? Are you wondering how to approach her (or him)? Tell her you have seen the injuries, have noticed her sadness … Continue reading →

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