Self-harm (awareness and understanding)

• Online workshop (via zoom)
• approx. 2 hours
• Free

Self-harm can be uncomfortable to talk about and for most people is a way of expressing very deep distress. It can easily be misunderstood and often has myths and stigma attached.  

All sorts of people self-harm and it is more common than you think. You may feel isolated and find it difficult to explain what’s going on and experience feelings of guilt, or feel judged for what is a coping mechanism.

 

In this workshop we will:

• Explore our understanding of self-harm, why people may self-harm and the common myths and realities
• Discuss the differences between cause, behaviour, trigger and urge and talk about useful distraction techniques
• Share ideas on what’s helpful and unhelpful when supporting someone else
• Discuss what information, support, and self-help resources are available

This workshop is delivered in partnership with Battle Scars, a Leeds based charity working with people affected by self-harm, for more information please click here.