Responding to self-harm in children and adolescents : a professional's guide to identification, intervention and support

Walker, Steven

Responding to self-harm in children and adolescents : a professional's guide to identification, intervention and support - London : Jessica Kingsley, 2012. - 141 p. ; 22 cm.

Formerly CIP.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Covers risk factors including social exclusion and who is most likely to self harm. Information on self harm is and its causes, including mental health issues, problems in childhood and trauma, etc. Also covers how to recognise self harm, how to respond in an emergency, and different intervention methods. Finally, the author discusses means of support, including how parents and friends can help.

9781849051729 (pbk.) : £15.99 1849051720 (pbk.) : £15.99

GBB1E3052 bnb


Self harm
Suicide
Child psychiatry
Adolescent psychiatry

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