Tobias and Danny from Invictus Wellbeing discuss self-harm, emphasising it as a coping mechanism for overwhelming emotional distress rather than attention-seeking.


They highlight various forms of self-harm, including digital self-harm like cyberbullying and negative content consumption.


Danny stresses the importance of addressing the root causes rather than the behaviour itself.


They debunk myths, such as self-harm being exclusive to teenage girls, and discuss signs like mood changes and physical scars. Danny advises seeking help from trusted adults or helplines and suggests healthier coping strategies like finding a sense of purpose and using grounding techniques.


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For immediate support call 111 or visit your local A&E department.


Invictus Wellbeing https://www.invictuswellbeing.com


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Special thanks to National Lottery Awards for All and Invictus Wellbeing for supporting this episode, Jimi for editing and Youth Social www.youthsocial.co.uk for pulling everything together.


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Finally special thanks for Paul A Jackson for the music. 

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