'Concerning' rise in pre-teens self-injuring

'Concerning' rise in pre-teens self-injuring Hospital admissions of nine to 12-year-olds because of self-injury across the UK are averaging 10 a week, according to data analysed by a BBC File on 4 investigation.

The rate has doubled in six years, the latest annual figures indicate. 

One leading expert says the rise is "concerning", and that self-harm "seems to be spreading down the age range". BBC News

See also:

• Self-harm rates ‘double’ among pre-teen children The Independent