Young Minds provides a parent's guide to self-harm. Learn more about what self-harm is, what the signs of self-harm are in a young person, and where to get support. If your child is self-harming, or you’re concerned they might be, it can be incredibly worrying and upsetting for you as their parent. The important thing to remember is that you and your child are not alone - lots of young people go through this and come out the other side with different ways of coping with their feelings.