Some say that the teenage years are one of the most difficult and difficult periods in an individual's life. Many changes occur, both emotional and physical, which can sometimes feel like excitement… or in other cases… complete confusion and total turmoil. Since emotions tend to be high during this period of life due to hormones, some teens resort to an unhealthy way of dealing with their emotional pain. This unhealthy way of dealing with emotional pain is also known as self-harm. Self-harm (or self-harm) is widely known to occur during adolescence through early adulthood (14-24 years old), when judgments become more defined, criticism becomes harsher, and limits are tested. The transition from childhood to adulthood may seem exciting and adventurous for some, but for others it is a nightmare from which they wish they could wake up. Let's examine basic and generalized knowledge about self-harm. Self-harm (self-harm or SI) is the act of harming oneself as a way to deal with emotional pain, frustration and anger. Some see it as a suicide attempt or a precursor to a suicide attempt, but it is not a suicide attempt at all. Rather, it is a serious cry for help. When an individual resorts to self-harm, they are looking for an emotional release that gives them momentary calm. “Although self-harm can bring a momentary sense of calm and a release of tension, it is usually followed by guilt, shame, and the return of painful emotions” (Self-harm 1). Self-harm can also cause serious or even fatal injuries (1). Self-harm can take many forms, from small and minor to more serious and obscure. There are three categories of self-harm: severe self-harm, stereotype... middle of paper... age disorder. United States National Library of Medicine. Network. April 10, 2012. “Major Depression (Clinical Depression) Symptoms, Treatments, and More.” WebMD. WebMD, 03 January 0000. Web. 10 April 2012. Mayo Clinic staff. "Bipolar disorder." Mayo Clinic. Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, January 18, 2012. Web. April 10, 2012. Mayo Clinic Staff. "Self-harm." Mayo Clinic. Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 3 August 2010. Web. 10 April 2012. .Smith, M.A., Melina. “Cutting and self-harm.” : Help, support and treatment for self-harm. Helpguide, January 2012. Web. 16 April. 2012. .