Afraid to ask?

WORRIED SHE’S SELF-HARMING

Q

Our daughter came home from university and seemed very withdrawn. I couldn’t get her to talk about anything emotional. It was hot weather and she wore long sleeves all weekend. I have a horrid suspicion she may be self-harming and feel totally out of my depth. Any advice, please?

A

I’m so sorry to hear this. Knowing someone close to you is self-harming can be very frightening. There are support groups you could reach out to: selfinjurysupport.org.uk has good background information and youngminds.org.uk has a useful guide for parents, which will help you get the help your daughter needs if your suspicions are true.