How do I deal with friends who self-harm?

Your friends are your friends for a reason. You care about them and you don't want to ever see them in harm's way. It's important that we try and be as understanding as possible, although this issue might seem impossible to understand at times. Self harm is simply a cry for help, and your friend needs you. You should be open to talking with your friend about the issues their dealing with that cause the self inflicted harm, and try and work together to find alternatives for him/her. No matter how many times your friend who self harms tells you to keep it between the two of you, and to never tell anyone, you must always report the issue. Self harm isn't something that should be taken lightly because it is often something that is triggered and can be unpredictable. You shouldn't necessarily tell he/she's parents, but telling another trusted adult or seeking out professional help or a hotline would be your best bet. Never let the issue go, though!

All I can say is that you need to be there for them. A shoulder to cry on perhaps. Someone who can listen, and someone who cares. Because sometimes, all they need is someone to be by their side. Someone to stop them from self-harming. So all I can advice you is for you to be there for them, and never leave their side when they're in need.

Self-harm is something that should stop immediately, so you should either help them to stop or call social services. I understand calling 911 sounds serious, but self-harm is more serious

ask them why are they harming them selves and talk to them and be there for them.

Dealing with friends who self harm can not always just be stressful for you and for them, but for everyone else who knows as well. The best thing you can do is to be by their side, support them and keep them strong. And confident.

You sit and talk to them carmlt, asking what caused them to feel this s way, say they aren't alone. Show support.

The same way you'd deal with a friend who doesn't: with compassion, kindness, and respect. You aren't expected to solve any of their problems, just be there and check up on them. If they aren't receiving help from a professional, you may need to alert their parents/guardians if you feel it has reached a point where it would be dangerous not to.

If I have a friend who self-harms, I try to constantly reassure them and tell them that they are enough. If their self-harm goes on for an extended period of time or I fear that their life is in danger, I inform them that I need to tell someone so that they can get help, and give them the chance to talk to that person themselves so that they feel in control of their situation.

If you are worried about them, sit them down in a comfortable, private environment and try to talk to them about it. If they seem uncomfortable or nervous, reassure them that you are not judging them, simply trying to help. Also respect if they truly do not want to talk about it, as forcing them to open up about it may worsen the situation.

Tell them that you care about them! Tell them that you are there for them and that you don't want them to continue! Be there for them! Listen to their worries! Comfort them! Tell someone! Tell a parent or adult!