In this episode of Lively Minds, hosts Ellie and Will explore self-harm with Naomi Salisbury, a consultant and former CEO of Self Injury Support. They discuss the varied reasons behind self-harm, its misconceptions, and the importance of compassion and harm minimisation.
Naomi shares insights on support strategies, the role of lived experience in policy, and practical tools for seeking help - both for those that self-harm and those that care about them.
Links to support are provided in good faith. Lively Minds is not responsible for their content.
Self Injury Support
www.selfinjurysupport.org.uk
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sisupportorguk/
Helpline: 0808 800 8088
Doc Ready
Help for preparing to go to the doctor to discuss something mental health-related
www.docready.org
Stem 4
Calm Harm is an app that helps you manage or resist the urge to self-harm.
https://calmharm.stem4.org.uk
distrACT
If you're supporting people who self-harm and your services are under strain, you can now provide easy access to wellbeing information, self-help tips and links to support with the award-winning distrACT app.
www.expertselfcare.com/distract/
00:00 Introduction to Lively Minds Podcast
01:02 Understanding Self-Harm: Definitions and Perspectives
02:03 Exploring the Reasons Behind Self-Harm
06:10 Self-Harm as a Coping Mechanism
11:30 Addressing Self-Harm: Approaches and Techniques
20:31 Common Myths and Stereotypes About Self-Harm
33:06 Final thoughts for those affected by Self-Harm
35:33 Conclusion and Resources
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Please note that this show does not constitute medical advice and is not a replacement for seeking professional help. You can find out more about the show and get signposting to support on our website livelymindspod.com
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