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An Introduction to Self-Harm

60 minutes

This session is designed to provide an improved basic awareness of self-harm.

Session content

  • What is self-harm?
  • Myths around self-harm
  • Considerations when responding to self-harm.
  • Support available

Session structure

Participants will learn through:

  • Mini lectures
  • Group discussion
  • Activities

Following the session

Participants will gain:

  • An improved understanding of self-harm
  • Knowledge of the facts around it
  • Understanding of how to sensitively respond to self-harm
  • Knowledge of what sources of support are available.

Further information, pricing & availability

Please contact us to discuss how our training can best help you and to find out more about this and other courses.

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‘An Introduction to Self-Harm’: Testimonials & feedback

Good overview of self-harm and info on other organisations to sign-post to.

An Introduction to Self Harm participant

Alice managed to fit a lot into the hour, I’d like to attend Self-harm Alert now and Suicide Alert to learn more.

An Introduction to Self Harm participant

Really useful introduction to the subject that’s left me wanting more. I had a fixed idea of what I thought self harm was and who did it, and this has expanded my understanding, thank you.

An Introduction to Self Harm participant

Associated courses


Self-Harm Alert

3 hours

This course goes beyond a basic knowledge to teach a thorough understanding of self-harm, its meanings, and contributory factors.


An Introduction to Suicide Prevention

90 minutes

An informative myth-busting session providing top tips about how to respond to an individual with thoughts of suicide and where to signpost them for support.

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An Introduction to Wellbeing

60 minutes

A practical session providing participants with multiple opportunities to learn and practice wellbeing strategies and feel the effects immediately.

Help and Support for Self-Harm

Are you a young person looking for support with self-harming behaviours? Visit YoungMinds for support and advice

Are you a parent looking for advice for how to respond to your child’s self-harming behaviours? Visit YoungMinds for support and advice.

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