Episode 18: Self Harm

In this episode Tim and myself talk with Ruth Ayers on one of the biggest issues facing Young People today, Self Harm. Ruth shares some frightening stats on young people who harm themselves along with some helpful tips to help young people suffering with self Harm. This is GOLD!!! Please listen and share! Ruth Ayres - Project Manager  Ruth is a qualified Social Worker and became Project Manager in June 2016, she is responsible for managing the team, overseeing the many various strands of SelfharmUK and dreaming up new exciting ideas. Ruth brings a huge amount of passion and knowledge to the project and is keen to drive the project into a new direction, to ensure as many young people as possible are reached. Ruth has 16 years’ experience working with children, young people and their families. She is keen to ensure that SelfharmUK becomes a leader in supporting not only young people through self-harm, but parents, carers, teachers and all who work alongside them.  Ruth lives in Buckinghamshire with her husband and two cats, she enjoys spending time with family, friends and watching musical theatre.