Self-harm: Parents' experiences
Profiles - Mothers and sons
Annette
Annette, 54, is single with a 28 year old son. She used to work as an administrator, and is now a part-time student. Ethnic background: White British.
Bernadette
Bernadette is married with six children, the youngest of whom is aged 24. She works part time in a library. Ethnic background: White British.
Fiona
Fiona, 57, is divorced with four children aged 35, 33, 29 and 28. She works in Mental Health, helping people to live as independently as possible. Ethnic background: White.
Mary
Mary, 62, is married with one son aged 23 years. She works as a part-time writer and tutor. Ethnic background: White British.
Tracey
Tracey is 52, married with two children. She works as a human resources officer. Ethnic background: White British.