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Why don’t people receive a psychosocial assessment in emergency departments after self-harm?

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Amelia Talbot looks at a recent qualitative study of patient and carer perspectives, which explores the reasons why some patients do not receive a psychosocial assessment in emergency departments following self-harm. The post Why don’t people receive a psychosocial assessment in emergency departments after self-harm?

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What is non-suicidal self-harm?

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Non-suicidal self-harm means inflicting damage to your own body without the intention of suicide (and not consistent with cultural norms). The most common methods of non-suicidal self-harm are cutting (70%) or scratching, deliberately hitting the body on a hard surface, punching, hitting or slapping one’s self, and biting or burning.

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Nurse Depression and Anxiety: Stopping the Mental Health Crisis

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According to a recent American Nurses Association survey , 30% of nurses — nearly one-third — said they are “not emotionally healthy” or “not at all emotionally healthy,” with an increasing number of nurses struggling with depression or anxiety. What causes nurse depression and anxiety? Nurses on a break talking and walking together.

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Am I Depressed? Depression Symptoms, Causes, Therapy

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According to the World Health Organization (WHO), “depression is a common illness worldwide, with an estimated 3.8% If you struggle with depression, you are not alone, and rest assured that tremendous progress in understanding, diagnosing, and treating this crippling illness is ongoing. What is depression? There’s help. .

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20 Common Intrusive Thoughts We Might Experience In 2024

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Living with OCD, depression, or anxiety can feel like traversing a labyrinth of the mind, where intrusive thoughts lurk around every corner, ready to pounce on our vulnerabilities. ” “Whenever I’m in a crowded place, I’m convinced someone is going to harm me.”

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RECOGNISING AND COPING WITH PERINATAL DEPRESSION

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Unfortunately, for some, the overriding emotion we feel is depression. Perinatal depression can be really tough to cope with. IS PERINATAL DEPRESSION COMMON? According to the DSM , 3-6% of people experience major depression either during or post-pregnancy. 50% of these people have symptoms of depression before delivery.

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Breaking Free: Navigating The Complexities Of Living With A Toxic Family

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These toxic family environments can have profound effects on our mental health, shaping our emotional well-being and sense of self. Depression: Feelings of worthlessness and inadequacy can spiral into depression, robbing us of joy and motivation. Support Groups : Join support groups or online forums for validation and advice.