My child hurts himself
My child hurts himself
Is your child hurting himself on purpose? If so, it is important to do something quickly. This may mean that your child is feeling very bad inside. Or also of deeper emotional or psychological problems. Always take this seriously and seek help. This way you can give your child the support he or she needs.
What can you do?
What can you do?
GP or POH
Does your child have wounds or visible damage from hurting himself? If so, see your family doctor or primary care physician (POH). They can see how bad it is and tell you what you can do.
Conversation with school
Do you think hurting has to do with school or pressure from others? If so, talk to the school or to a doctor at the Public Health Service. Together, you can find a way to help your child properly. Also, the school's Internal Counselor or pediatrician may involve the teacher in providing support.
The Children's Telephone
Does your child not want to talk to you? Perhaps he or she is embarrassed. If so The Children's Telephone help. Your child can talk there anonymously with someone who will listen. This is always anonymous.
What do we do?
What do we do?
Is it not getting better? Or don't know what to do? Then we are happy to think along with you. Together we look for help that suits your child. In acute danger: call 911.
