Tracey hasn't cut herself for a couple of months now. She sometimes finds life a bit difficult and so cutting her skin is her way of releasing her feelings of pain and frustration ...

Weblinks:
Self Injury Support in North Cumbria - "Self-harm is a way in which some people cope with overwhelming feelings of pain and distress. By hurting themselves they may feel better for a while and be more able to cope with their lives"
BBC Health: Self harm - "Self-harm is a way of dealing with very strong emotions".