If you do harm yourself

• Try to limit the damage
• Use only clean things to harm yourself with.
• Clean cuts and use a plaster or dressing.
• Cool burns with cold water.
• Prevent infection with a tetanus jab, or ask your doctor for a booster.
• Don’t overdose on over-the-counter painkillers. They’re more dangerous – especially Paracetamol.
• Don’t take alcohol or drugs – you might go further than you wanted to.
• Rest afterwards; harming yourself can put you into shock.

Breathing Space have a comprehensive section on this in their website.