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Self-harm
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Self-harm

Self-harm is when a person intentionally causes harm to themselves as a way of dealing with difficult feelings, traumatic experiences or memories, neglect, or situations that they find overwhelming.

National and local support services

  • Self-harm and suicidal thoughts (East London NHS Foundation Trust)

  • Self-harm: getting help (NHS)

  • What is self-harm? (Mind)

  • Preventing child self-harm and keep them safe (NSPCC)

  • Self-harm and mental health: guide for parents (YoungMinds)

  • Alumina: free online self-harm support for 11-19-year-olds (Youthscape)

  • Self-harm support (Childline)

  • Emotional and mental health and wellbeing

  • Eating disorders

  • Self-esteem and resilience

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