Supporting Children and Young People who Self-Harm
Monday 14 April 2008 - Duxbury Park, Chorley
Monday 23 June 2008 - Duxbury Park, Chorley
This Seminar Will Be of Interest To
Teachers and lecturers
Teaching assistants and support staff
Youth leaders
About This Seminar
What do we understand by self-harm?
Is there a sense in which we all self-harm?
Why do children and young people injure themselves?
Following an exploration of the wider context, participants will be given an opportunity to consider the origins, nature and consequences of self-harm amongst children and young people. The training will take place through practical illustrations, discussion and theory.
The Benefits of Attending
- Understanding what self-harm is
- Supporting those who self-harm
- Reasons behind self-harming
- Alternatives to self-harm
Presenter Zoya Zuvcenko
Zoya provides lively and creative approach to training, drawing on a wealth of handson and theoretical experience. She uses the knowledge of participants to enhance the sessions. Zoya has worked in a variety of settings including a Steiner school, MENCAP homes and a high security prison. In schools she has supported and trained staff to manage complex behaviours, with particular emphasis on developing techniques to nurture children with learning differences.
