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Responses to self-harm are characterised
by uncertainty, inconsistency and anxiety, worsened by a lack
of agreement about the correct approach to take, and an absence
of guidelines and approaches. Staff report that they often
feel unsupported and ill-equipped to deal with this difficult
and demanding issue. In the absence of training, information
and guidance, services are unable to meet their full potential
in working helpfully with self-harm. The cost may be measured
in both human and financial terms.
If people are not supported adequately at the point of need,
this leads to increased distress, and increased support needs.
In addition, staff experience the stress and frustration of
not feeling able to work supportively with the people who
access their services. Self-harm training can enable staff
to feel confident and informed in their practice and leads
to a more helpful and supportive service for people who self-harm.
"a better understanding enables me to be more understanding
towards our clients"
"I will be less scared, angry, and frustrated when I
encounter a patient who has self-harmed and have more empathy"
For more information on how harm-ed training could help you
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