This handbook introduces alternative coping strategies to self-harm by following a series of just 6 sessions designed to really make a difference to a young person's life. Each session includes topics such as:
Group members will receive printed information from the sessions to take away with them and build into a support reference. The sessions will enhance the individual's feelings of self-control and responsibility for their actions, giving them a sense of choice about how they deal with difficult situations and feelings.
Product includes access to supporting online resources.
About the author
Acknowledgements
Introduction
Positive Focus group protocol
Positive Focus Session Plans
Appendix: session outlines and handouts
"It provides a clear structure for setting up and running group sessions for young people who self-harm... I think this is a very useful resource for professionals working with young people who self-harm... It facilitates the development of group sessions, which make best use of professional's time. Highly Commended in Health and Social Care."
- 2016 BMA Medical Book Awards