Don’t be afraid to refer someone on
Sometimes the best support you can give someone is to refer them on to someone who can help them better than you.
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April 12, 2014
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Samaritans are available 24×7
If something is troubling you, Samaritans are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. All chats are completely confidential. You can reach them on 08457 90 90 90 or jo@samaritans.org .
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April 1, 2014
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How do I address ‘bad’ behaviour effectively?
‘Bad’ behaviour is often caused by an unfulfilled need. Addressing the need is often a much more effective strategy than addressing the behaviour.
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September 3, 2013
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Where can I get more information and support about self-harm?
For more information and support about self-harm, useful resources include SelfHarm.co.uk, Harmless (www.harmless.org.uk) and National Self Harm Network (www.nshn.co.uk).
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July 10, 2013
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Can I get professional help with recovery from self-harm?
Some may benefit from professional help for self-harm: this can be accessed through your GP, and Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service provision can be accessed through a referral by your GP, school nurse, or teacher.
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July 9, 2013
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How do I move forward from self-harm?
An important step forward is making the decision to learn to live without self-harm, and being prepared to face underlying issues that may have caused the behaviour in the first place.
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July 8, 2013
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Can I recover from self-harm on my own?
Some will be able to work through their self-harm issues by talking with friends and/or family. They may find it hard to understand; ask for help dealing with your emotions.
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July 6, 2013
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Can I recover from self-harm?
It is possible for all to learn to live without needing to self-harm. With the right support, understanding and motivation to get better, it is possible for everyone to recover.
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July 5, 2013
Clear legal basis needed to combat violence against women by European Parliament
What is self-harm an expression of?
Self-harming is usually an outward demonstration of an inner turmoil, trauma or crisis – a method of coping with difficult emotions.
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July 4, 2013
Clear legal basis needed to combat violence against women by European Parliament
What emotions are associated with self-harm?
Self-harm is usually conducted at times of anger, distress, fear, emotional worry, depression or low self-esteem in order to manage negative feelings that cannot be dealt with in a rational or logical way by the self-harmer.
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July 3, 2013