*The average self injurer starts at age 14. The condition often escalates into the the late 30's

*Self injury releases Beta-endorphins into the injurer's system, creating a calm, uplifting feeling. The same feeling can be acheived through strenuous exercise, chocolate, or exposure to sunlight.

*Famous self injurers include Princess Diana and Jonny Depp

*Method Statistics:

Cutting: 72%               Burning: 35%                Interfering with the body's healing process: 22%

Self hitting: 30%          Hair pulling: 10%           Bone breaking: 8%    Multiple (combined) methods: 78%