The inquiry is a crucial step to uncover the true extent of self-harm, which by its very nature is an affliction that can easily be concealed by young people from family and friends. The inquiry found that most young people never reach the attention of services or professionals, and will not seek medical advice unless treatment is required.
It's a complex issue, partly due to the fact that self-harm can often be a symptom of another problem and can also be just one of many addictions, a possible underlying reason why only a few groups exist to help young people who are harming themselves.
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