Research concludes that particular groups of teenagers are at risk.
Almost half of so-called 'alternative' teenagers self-harm and nearly one in five attempt suicide.
That's according to scientists in Glasgow and Germany.
They found teens who classed themselves as goth, punk or emo were up to four times more likely to hurt themselves.
But researcher Robert Young says identifying with 'alternative' culture doesn't cause the behaviour.
Man, 44, seriously injured in hospital after crash between Comrie and Rosyth
A 44-year-old man's seriously injured in hospital after a crash between Crombie and Rosyth yesterday (Wednesday).
John Swinney announces SNP leadership bid
John Swinney's launched his bid to become the new leader of the SNP and First Minister of Scotland.
Closures on A92 from TONIGHT for roadworks
There's going to be closures on the A92 from tonight (Sunday).
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