Self Harm - What HCPs Need to Know
Self Harm - What HCPs Need to Know is a Continuing Professional Development (CPD) course designed to help healthcare professionals understand self-harm, recognise associated risk factors, and provide compassionate, evidence-based support to individuals experiencing emotional distress. The course explores the psychological, social, behavioural, and clinical aspects of self-harm while emphasising safe communication, risk assessment, safeguarding, and multidisciplinary care approaches. Self-harm is a significant public health concern affecting people of all ages, backgrounds, and communities. Individuals who self-harm may experience emotional pain, psychological distress, trauma, anxiety, depression, or difficulties coping with overwhelming situations. Healthcare professionals play an important role in recognising warning signs, reducing stigma, and supporting individuals in a safe and respectful manner.
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Learning Outcomes
What you'll learn
- Understand the definition and different forms of self-harm.
- Recognise common causes and contributing factors associated with self-harm.
- Identify mental health conditions commonly linked to self-harming behaviours.
- Understand the relationship between self-harm and suicide risk.
- Recognise signs, behaviours, and warning indicators of self-harm.
- Communicate effectively and sensitively with individuals who self-harm.
- Conduct appropriate risk assessments and safety planning.
- Understand evidence-based approaches to treatment and support.
- Recognise legal, safeguarding, and professional responsibilities.
- Promote prevention, awareness, early intervention, and supportive care environments.
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Learning Outcomes
What you'll learn
- Understand the definition and different forms of self-harm.
- Recognise common causes and contributing factors associated with self-harm.
- Identify mental health conditions commonly linked to self-harming behaviours.
- Understand the relationship between self-harm and suicide risk.
- Recognise signs, behaviours, and warning indicators of self-harm.
- Communicate effectively and sensitively with individuals who self-harm.
- Conduct appropriate risk assessments and safety planning.
- Understand evidence-based approaches to treatment and support.
- Recognise legal, safeguarding, and professional responsibilities.
- Promote prevention, awareness, early intervention, and supportive care environments.
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Training Overview
- Introduction to Self-Harm
- Understanding the Causes and Risk Factors
- The Impact of Self-Harm on Individuals and Society
- Recognition, Assessment, and Communication
- Treatment, Support, and Multidisciplinary Care
- Staff Wellbeing, Legal Responsibilities, and Prevention
- Summary
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Frequently asked questions
Self-harm refers to intentional self-injury or self-poisoning regardless of suicidal intent.
No, although self-harm and suicide risk may be related, not all individuals who self-harm are suicidal.
Factors may include emotional distress, trauma, depression, anxiety, bullying, and relationship difficulties.
Supportive and non-judgemental communication helps individuals feel safe discussing their experiences.
Safety planning involves identifying coping strategies, support contacts, and actions to reduce harm during crises.
Multidisciplinary care supports comprehensive assessment, treatment, and long-term emotional support.