What is self-harm? | Episode 01

What this episode covers

Our new limited edition series from Self-Harm Network Scotland focuses on how self-harm affects men, in particular.  In this first episode, we talk about what self-harm actually is, particularly thinking about men.  Content note: This episode contains discussion about self-harm, including methods of self-harm. Please take care when watching or listening. If you feel affected and need support, we’re here to help — visit www.selfharmnetworkscotland.org.uk where you can access resources, training, and one-to-one support. You can also chat to us via our Live Chat every evening from 6pm - 10pm. Host Frankee Fouin is joined by Chris Stone and Dylan Currie, Peer Practitioners at Self-Harm Network Scotland.  They bring their own lived experience to support others who self-harm.  Also in the studio is Amy Chandler, a Professor of the Sociology of Health & Illness at University of Edinburgh.  Amy’s work primarily focuses on sociological research addressing self-harm and suicide.

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