Over 11 thousand cases of self-harm presented at hospitals in Ireland in 2014.

The figures from the National Suicide Research Foundation are being released as part of a new campaign to raise awareness about the issue.

The #KnowSelfHarm campaign is being launched today by SpunOut.ie and will challenge common misconceptions, while providing information and support.

Sarah Singleton from the youth website has this advice for people who self-harm or know someone who does: