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Self-Injury Behaviour in Youth - Issues and Strategies (2 day)
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Self-injury refers to deliberate, self-inflicted tissue damage, such as
cutting or burning. Self-injury has reached alarming proportions
amongst our youth, with North American studies indicating adolescent
prevalence of between 14 and 18 percent. Helping professionals are
therefore increasingly encountering young people who are engaging in
self-injury. This workshop will begin with a general overview to
assist participants in understanding the experience and motivations of
adolescents who intentionally injure themselves. The content will then
focus on practical strategies for working with youth struggling with
this complex issue. Participants will leave this workshop with
increased insight regarding self-injury behaviour in youth and
direction for effective interventions.
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Day 1
- Overview of Self-Injury Behaviours
- Personal Perspective Exploration
- Distinguishing Suicide Attempts and Self-Injury
- Who Self-Injures?
- Increased Prevalence of Self-Injury
- Reasons for Self-Injury and Common Justifications
- Self-Injury Antecedents
- Warning Signs
- The Cycle of Self-Injury
- Caregiver Reactions
- Initial Therapeutic Response and Assessment
- Family and Friends: How to Help
- Speaking With Siblings and Peers About Self-Injury
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Day 2
- Identifying Emotions
- Replacements Skills Training
- Body Image Work
- Cognitive Strategies
- Self-Injury Contagion
- Managing Setbacks
- Specific Issues Related to Mental Health Diagnoses
- Specific Issues Related to Developmental Disabilities
- Special Considerations for Schools
- Communication With Team Members
- Prevention of Self-Injury
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Method of Instruction
Lecture, Video, Case Study Exercises, Small and Large Group Discussions
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