Celtic, you are amazing how you kept up with your education while dealing with dyslexia. And you have a 3 year old? Your work is similar to my interest. In the US, it is not that SI is a "growing trend." SI (self injury) has always been a way that some who suffer turn to in order to feel relief. The difference is that SI or SH gets more attention now, and counselors are trying to understand. It is true here in US that there are not enough counselors to go around to all those who seek help. Thanks for telling us more about yourself!