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Download PDF Resource The Young People Who Self Harm Guide (2016) was developed by researchers and clinicians at the University of Oxford for school staff who have contact with students who have self-harmed or are at risk of self-harm. In it you will find information about self-harm and its impact, and some practical ways to
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Download PDF Resource This fact sheet was developed in consultation with Parents & Carers. Thank you to everyone involved. Getting Help You’re not alone. Talking about self-harm helps break the loneliness and stigma. Don’t give up and don’t take no for an answer (from professionals). Find ways to talk with anyone you think will help
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Download PDF Resource Practical guidance for anyone supporting or caring for a young person who self-harms. Initial Response Respond with compassion and without judgement. Take a moment to ground yourself. Gently check on their immediate safety and wellbeing. Safety Check Wound care (see our First-Aid for Self-Harm resource) Get them to a safe place –
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Pride is often a time of celebration, visibility and community. It can be a chance to connect with others, celebrate identity and feel part of something bigger. But Pride can also bring up more complicated feelings. For some of our LGBTQIA+ community it may be a reminder of experiences of rejection, discrimination or not feeling
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A one-day training designed to help professionals assess risk and respond safely to individuals who self-harm. Morning: Understanding and Assessment The first half of the day focuses on core knowledge, reducing stigma, and evaluating safety. Debunking Myths: Understand why people self-harm and separate facts from common fears. Spotting Signs: Recognise the emotional and physical indicators of
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A safe space to develop your understanding of self-harm (1.5hr) Join us for an online webinar that’s a safe, supportive space to learn about self-harm and how to respond. Who is it for?This is an introductory course for anyone who wants to develop their understanding and awareness around self-harm. You’ll learn how to: Understand self-harm
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Develop your understanding of self-harm and confidence to respond (2.5hr) Join us online to explore why people may self-harm, and how to respond with confidence, understanding and informed support. Who is it for? Designed for anyone who works with people who self-harm and wants to further their understanding and awareness. The session combines presentations, discussion
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At the end of a day of training on self-harm some of the Mind and Body team stayed behind to share their thoughts around some of the questions discussed. Mind and Body supports young people in Kent who are self-harming, at risk of self-harming or struggling with their mental wellbeing. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZJeaYVvmvIc Back to Resources Library Resources Archive
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By Amy Wizard-Ponter. Repelling Forces Often I feel there are repelling forces at play when it comes to neurodivergence. There are those who embrace it, advocate for claiming and owning it and proudly celebrating it. There are others who seek to question it, lessen it and adopt harmful narratives related to it. There are some who create dangerous
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What is self-harm? – Talking about mental health In this video from Mind, four individuals – Zainab, Lechelle, Debbie and Ben – openly share their personal experiences of talking about self-harm, reflecting on what led them to harm, how it felt, and what helped them. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fSEtUbc8JDU&rco=1 Back to Resources Library Resources Archive
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