Introduction to Self-Harm Webinar for Teachers, SNAs & Parents 28.9.2023 @10am

This programme is suitable for those who seek to develop their knowledge and understanding of self-harm and the reasons underlying such behaviour, Primary and Post-Primary Teachers, SNAs and Parents  are welcome to attend. The ‘Introduction’ programme is non-clinical and aims to covers the elements of personal attitudes, various types of self-harm behaviour and the feelings and causes which may lead people to engage in the behaviour.  How to support and care for those engaging in self harm and what resources and services are available will also be outlined.

Attendance Details

• Breakout rooms will allow for discussion and interaction during the workshop.
• Technical requirements:  For optimum access to the workshop, it is recommended that a Laptop/PC/Mac with camera and microphones are used by all participants
• It is a requirement that all participants are visible for the entire workshop.   This will be advised and reiterated at the beginning and during the workshop by the Facilitator.

Facilitator: Josephine Rigney, Resource Officer for Suicide Prevention - Laois/Offaly.