Understanding Cutting

Self-injury affects as many as one in five young people in America. It is a complex issue that is difficult to understand. Although it can seem overwhelming, there is hope in Christ to escape this cycle of self-defeat! You can find the freedom you’ve been longing for, or you can help the young people in your life break their addiction. Dive into these resources to get started.

Warning: If you find that any of the material found in these resources tempts you in any way, please leave this section of the website immediately.

Cutting Resources

True Stories

Understanding Cutting

Introduction to Self-Injury
A Young Girl and Boy
Defining Self-Injury
Who Self-Injures
Common Misconceptions
Why People Turn to Cutting
Why is it so Addictive?

Steps For Overcoming

During Times of Temptation
A Word of Encouragement
Exploring Deeper Roots

Action Plans

Creating a Plan of Action
Action Plan Questions

How to Help

Scripture List

Sources and Credits