Self-Harm and Suicide

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...

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 083689202X
• ISBN13: 9780836892024
• Release Date: July 2008
• Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.1" x 10.1"
• Age Range: 10 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 5 to 12