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Self-harm: guidance and policies

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Last updated on 27 March 2018
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Self-harm is a sensitive issue, and it can be difficult to know how to support pupils at risk of self-injury. Have a look at guidance from a mental health charity and two of our associate experts on possible actions you can take, and see examples of risk assessments for pupils.

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  1. 1 Collaborate with external agencies and parents
  2. 2 Complete a risk assessment
  3. 3 Pupils with SEN
  4. 4 Policies

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