You’re Not Alone.

When we feel alone and out of control, we might do almost anything to stop the emotional pain. Self-injury, also known as self-harm or cutting, occurs when someone intentionally harms oneself when feeling overwhelmed by emotions, and not knowing how to cope.

While self-injury may bring a momentary sense of calm and a release of tension, it's typically followed by guilt, then shame, and then the return of the original painful emotions.

Self-injury does NOT fix the problem, and if it continues, it will take over one's life and become the main problem.

HOW CAN I HELP MYSELF?

We can help by providing you with those first steps towards happiness.

Here is what parents can do to understand and be a support system for your child.

If you are a friend, relative, or advocate, here is what you can do.

Self Injury Hotline:

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ASIF (Adolescent Self-Injury Foundation) is a non-profit organization created to offer hope in the recovery process for adolescent and young adult self-injurers and their families. We strive to raise awareness and create positive outcomes for this hard-to-reach population as well as provide resources to navigate the journey towards wellness and recovery.

OUR MISSION

“Just when the caterpillar thought ‘the world was over, it became a butterfly...”

— Proverb

What You Can Do Right Now

146 things to do instead of self-harm.

CHECK IT OUT HERE

Sally and the Injured Butterfly

ASIF adopted a butterfly as a symbol of inspiration, resiliency, empowerment, and hope for self-injuring teens in their journey towards happiness.

CHECK OUT SALLY'S STORY HERE

Warning Signs of Self Injury

Educating yourself regarding self-injury is one of the most important things you could do–whether it is to help yourself, your friend, or your child.

CHECK WARNiNG SIGNS HERE

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