When I worked with teenagers, I would spend a month staffing a summer camp. In the midst of the fun, we would give opportunities for the kids to share what was going on in their lives.
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A lot of things would come to the surface during those times. I was in charge of all of the leaders. When they had an issue, particularly with a kid, they came to me.
There seemed to be a reoccurring theme week after week, summer after summer. These sweet little teens and preteens were cutting themselves. It happens with boys, sometimes, and the causes are similar, but it is mainly an issue with girls.
It was difficult for anyone to understand. Most of the time when we would tell the parents, they would be shocked and would want to know why. If you ever have or will ask the question, “Why is my daughter cutting herself?”
I saw this happening while on vacation back in 1985. It was heartbreaking to watch as 2 beautiful young girls were getting drunk and carving their arms with razorblades. The lifeguard informed me the girls parents were wealthy, credit cards were provided by their parents that paid for anything they wanted but the parents were never with them.
That is sad, parents (not all!) look for things to keep their kids entertained and out of their hair. Kids (teens) need their parents attention.