What Is Self-Harm with Dr Anise Alexander

Your Friendly Child Psychiatrist: Dr Taghrid

Child psychiatrist joins us as together, we unlock the complexities behind self-harm among children and young adults.

During our sensitive conversation, we’ll empower you with insights into this concerning behaviour, its forms and intents. We’ll explore the challenge of spotting self-harm and explain the role social media plays in this issue. In addition, we will share the difficulties faced by individuals such as opening up about their experiences, to the crucial need to seek help along with the support that's out there.

Dr Anise shares invaluable knowledge on the reasons behind self-harm, busts myths surrounding it and stresses the importance of understanding the intent behind these actions.

Support organisations in the UK:

Samaritans - mental health support and suicide prevention, call 116 123 any time for free or text SHOUT to 85258.

Paprus - mental health support and suicide prevention Call 0800 068 4141 or text 07860 039967.

Childline - support for children and young people and suicide prevention call 0800 1111.

NSPCC - support to prevent or stop child abuse call 0808 800 5000.

Young Minds - support for young people and parents/carers.

Mind - mental health resources and support.

Kooth - online support and counselling.

MindEd - online educational resources on children, young people, adults and older adults' mental health. There are dedicated sections for parents and carers who are concerned regarding their child’s mental health. MindEd offers tips on parenting, advice and information from trusted experts and parents working together. MindEd is also an e-Learning resource for professionals across health, social care, education and youth justice settings.