“What is a screening event?”

  • Statistics show that one student in five is likely to self-injure while in college. This statistic is also true for high school and middle school students.

  • A screening event of the film CUT: Teens and Self Injury raises awareness about the issue of self-injury and promotes positive, open discussion. The presence of mental health professionals and materials also raises awareness of resources on campus and other places to get help. There is no single answer or “cure” for people who self-injure, however, awareness and dialog provide validation to individuals struggling with SI and promote a safe environment for seeking support and resources.

  • An event includes a screening of the entire film (55 minutes, DVD), a Q & A and/or panel discussion directly following. Most schools advertise a 90 to120-minute event. If a sponsor wants to incorporate other activities or elements into a screening event, we are flexible and open to modifying this structure.

  • Wendy can also supplement trainings for Residence Life and Counseling staff. She shares two years of experience on this project working with teens, parents, teachers, counselors, and professional organizations including S.A.F.E. Alternatives and QPR.

  • There are no graphic images in the film, and in the two years since screening the film, events have proven to be incredibly positive:

    • “I really loved this movie. Very eye opening. I think it is important to talk about this and education about this is necessary! People need to know they are not alone and there is help.”

    • “This was great. It felt good to hear people talk openly about cutting/self-injury. They were really brave. I could never talk openly about this (7 years). Thank you. I hope this film gets out and more people see it.”

    • “The movie was brilliant. I think the film gave a voice to all that self-injure who live with the fear of letting anyone know what it going on in their lives. The film allowed a voice to a population that is seldom heard or understood. It was really nice to see a broad range of subjects be involved in this film. I was so glad to see boys, young girls, older girls, and a subject who was not white be involved. It just really showed that self-injury can affect anyone.”

  • CUT includes art, drawings, and poetry submitted by teens who self-injure. Wendy advocates the power of the arts in her discussion, but maintains the conviction that every individual that self-injures has different needs on the road to recovery.

  • In order to show the DVD, the venue will need to provide a projector and DVD player. Large screens are preferable to a TV monitor. A microphone and podium are optional depending on how large the venue is. Presence of a member of a school’s counseling staff is highly recommended to answer questions about the specific resources of the campus.

10 Ways to Publicize Your Event:
  1. Download our online press kit

  2. Contact School Newspapers

  3. Contact Local Newspapers

  4. Contact Local Radio and TV Stations

  5. Contact other departments: Residence Life, Counseling, Wellness, Health, Health Promotion, Education, Psychology, Women’s Studies, Sociology

  6. Contact student organizations

  7. Poster around campus

  8. List the event in campus online events calendars

  9. List the event on facebook

  10. Email students

CUT has been sponsored by:

Residence Life staff
Counseling staff
Academic Class:
Women’s Studies
Psychology
English
Sociology
Youth Services Organizations
Active Minds
Residence Hall Association
Student Activities
Women’s Resource Centers
Health Education/Promotion/Wellness
Mental Health Conferences