Self-abuse among teens — especially forms like teen cutting — is more prevalent among teenage girls than any other demographic. In our teen cutting article index, learn more about the relationship between teen mental health and cutting. We talk to other teens who have performed teen cutting, we discuss teen cutting with parents of other teens, and we offer ways to get teen cutting help. Get the teen cutting help you need here at Discovery Health.

Self-Abusive Teens A growing number of teenage girls are cutting themselves to escape emotional pain and to "feel alive."

Inside the Mind of a Cutter Peer into the mind of a teenage cutter.

Teen Tips to Overcome Cutting Jaime, 17, and Michelle, 16, share tips to help other teens overcome the urge to cut themselves.

How to Help Your Teen Cutter Dr. Rob says it never pays to judge, blame or punish a child who cuts herself. Here's how you can help.

Cutting True or False? People who injure themselves do it for attention. Take this quiz to find out…

Other Forms of Self-Abuse: Anorexia Bridget reveals how she overcame her long-term battle with anorexia nervosa.

Join the Discussion Share your thoughts and feelings about cutting and ways to get help.

More Information on Cutting Find additional information and help for self-injurious behavior, like cutting.