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World Mental Health Day #video#Russia Did you know that around 10% of young people self-harm? Many start hurting themselves at the age of 12. That was Lera's age when she first sliced her own skin with a box-cutter. It was a bad cut and her family had to take her to hospital for stitches. Her parents didn’t know what to do when Lera self-harmed. She’s now 15 and doesn’t go to school. She draws a lot and sees a psychotherapist. Her mother quit her job to be with Lera and support her with the ‘unconditional love’ that she believes kids like Lera need. Although self-harm is not a specific mental health disorder, it is a common symptom of various conditions. Today is World Mental Health Day, which aims to raise awareness of mental health issues. Hear Lera's story, and those of other young people who deliberately hurt themselves. Follow: https://t.me/rtdocumentary