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Talking about self-harm

Contents:Introduction
What is self-harm?
How common is self-harm?
Understanding self-harm
Why do people harm themselves?
Some common questions about self-harm
How can I get help?
What can family and friends do to help?
Professional workers
What will the future bring?
Suggestions for reading
Useful addresses
The Internet

Useful addresses

National Self-Harm Network
PO Box 16190
LONDON NW1 3WW

Campaigns for the rights and understanding for people who self-harm andprovides information and leaflets.

Bristol Crisis Service for Women
PO Box 654
BRISTOL BS99 1XH

Information, publications and training about self-harm.
Helpline: 0117 925 1119. Friday and Saturday nights,
9 pm - 12.30 am.

SHOUT
c/o PO Box 654
BRISTOL BS99 1XH

A newsletter for women who self-harm.

Samaritans
24 hour helpline: 0345 909090

The Mental Health Foundation
37 Mortimer Street
LONDON W1 8JU
Tel: 0171 580 0145

Provides a number of articles on self-harm.

Mental Health Foundation Scotland
24 George Square
GLASGOW G2 1EG
Tel: 0141 572 0125

For information about what's available in your area you can contact:

Health Promotion Library Scotland
Health Education Board for Scotland
The Priory
Canaan Lane
Edinburgh EH10 4SG
Tel: 0645 125 442
Text: 0131 536 5593
Email: library@hebs.scot.nhs.uk

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