The Effects of Viewing Self Harm Images Online
By Caroline Harroe (Harmless CEO) Recent research conducted by the University of Oxford has revealed that viewing images of self harm on the internet and social media can be detrimental to an individual’s mental health. The study, published in the journal Clinical Psychological Science, surveyed 1,700 participants and found that those who had viewed such […]
Autism & Suicide
By Caroline Harroe (Harmless CEO) Autism Acceptance Week was an important time to focus on the struggles that people with autism face and to make sure that their voices are heard. However, it is also especially important to address a difficult topic: self-harm and suicide in individuals with autism. Recent studies suggest that people on […]
Autism Acceptance Week
Autism Acceptance Week is a time for us to come together and celebrate the unique beauty of autistic people. It’s also an opportunity to push the boundaries of how we accept and support those with autism. When it comes to accepting those on the spectrum, there can be a tendency to focus solely on their […]
**Tuesday!** New late night crisis service opens in Notts this week!
On Tuesday we are opening a new crisis service in Nottinghamshire READ MORE HERE The new service will provide support in an evening, up to midnight. If you or someone you know reaches crisis point then please reach out. The new service is called a sanctuary and will be a place for people to get […]
Good news on a rainy 23rd December…
I’ve just returned home in the rain and whilst our service is closed for a well-deserved rest, I keep an eye on everything. I have checked correspondence today to learn that we have been recognised by the Social Care Awards 2021 for: Most Dedicated Self Harm & Suicide Prevention Organisation – UK We have worked […]