If you or someone you know is grieving, there are ways to help and get help:
• Don't think you have to get through it on your own. It helps to speak with others about what you're going through.
• Find a place that offers personal support groups or online support such as www.kara-grief.org
• Be a good listener. Allow the person who is grieving to talk openly and freely about their emotions.
• Try your best to deal with it in a healthy manner. Drugs and alcohol only mask the problem, they don't get rid of it.
If you or someone you know is involved in self-mutilation, there are ways to get help:
• Realize that you're not alone, about 1% of the population self-mutilate.
• Call a hotline like 800.DON'T.CUT, or find a self-injury help program like www.selfinjury.com
• Do your research. Understanding your behavior is a good step to beginning the healing process.
If you of someone you know has been a victim of child abuse, there are ways to get help:
• If you are the victim of sexual abuse, tell someone you trust immediately like a parent, another adult, a school official, or call 800.4.A.CHILD.
• Seek medical attention immediately.
• Seek out necessary medical and psychological help through organizations such as www.stopitnow.com or www.childhelpusa.org.
