Tips for Helping a Friend who is Cutting | Self Harm Counseling
- Remain calm. Cutting is not usually a suicide attempt, yet ought to be taken seriously.
- Offer to talk with the person about the cutting or offer to help get her to a professional who can assist
- Refrain from becoming angry or judgemental as the cutter is usually guilt ridden about what they are doing.
- Offer love, support, and encouragement
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