Self-injury, also known as self-harm, self-mutilation or cutting, is on the rise among teens. It is estimated that 1 in 200 girls between 13-19 self-harm, with over 2 million cases in the US annually, including at least 11,000 young men. Self-injury is not about suicide but rather provides relief from pain, anxiety, fear and helps the individual feel in control. Common methods include cutting, skin-picking, and burning. It is used to control emotions and provide grounding, rather than for sexual pleasure, body decoration or fitting in. People self-injure due to a lack of healthy coping mechanisms for intense emotional pain.