Understanding Self-Harm
Course information
This engaging workshop provides participants with a detailed understanding of contributing factors, triggers, functions and signs of self-harm and a clear and effective intervention framework for support.
The session combines various teaching methods including discussion and experiential exercises, with a wide array of practical strategies and resources that participants can use with someone who self-harms.
Key features
- Explore attitudes about self-harm.
- Define self-harm.
- Discuss the contributing factors and triggers to self-harm.
- Explore the possible functions of self-harm.
- Explain the self-harm cycle.
- Identify possible signs that someone is self-harming.
- Communicate effectively and apply an intervention model to support someone at risk of self-harm.
- Implement a range of alternative coping strategies including safety planning.
- Identify a range of services and use digital technology in supporting people who self-harm.
- Engage in a short practice of the recommended framework using a scenario.
- Evaluate the impact of working or living with people who self-harm and identify approaches to build self-care strategies.
Duration
3.5 hours
Delivery
Online and in-person
Group size
6 to 20 learners
Qualification
Certificate of attendance
Ideal for
Anyone working to support another person who is currently or likely to be at risk of self-injury.
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