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What to do if your child is self-harming
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Length:
30 minutes
Released:
Jun 19, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Tweens and teens feel big emotions – and those turning to self-harm to cope is more common than you think.
Professor Jo Robinson, who leads the youth suicide prevention group at Orygen, and teen expert Michelle Mitchell join Maggie Dent, host of Parental As Anything, to help parents understand why young people self-harm, how to have those initial conversations and how to help teens move away from self-harm.
The advice provided in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal situation. If you require further advice specific to your needs, please consult a professional.
This episode deals with the issues of self-harm and suicide.
More information: Lifeline 13 11 14; headspace.org.au
Host: Maggie Dent
Producer: Josie Sargent
Consulting Producer: Carmen Myler
Executive Producer: Kim Lester
Sound design: Isabella Tropiano
Field recordings: Rebecca McLaren
Professor Jo Robinson, who leads the youth suicide prevention group at Orygen, and teen expert Michelle Mitchell join Maggie Dent, host of Parental As Anything, to help parents understand why young people self-harm, how to have those initial conversations and how to help teens move away from self-harm.
The advice provided in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal situation. If you require further advice specific to your needs, please consult a professional.
This episode deals with the issues of self-harm and suicide.
More information: Lifeline 13 11 14; headspace.org.au
Host: Maggie Dent
Producer: Josie Sargent
Consulting Producer: Carmen Myler
Executive Producer: Kim Lester
Sound design: Isabella Tropiano
Field recordings: Rebecca McLaren
Released:
Jun 19, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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