Medical articles of Self-harm

10/02/2025
Dr Anita Raja
Weight loss physician and men's and women's health specialist
Understanding self-harm: How to support teens in crisis
Adolescence is a time of profound change, growth, and self-discovery, but it can also bring intense emotional challenges. For some teens, the struggle to manage their overwhelming feelings can result in self-harming behaviours. Self-harm is difficult to address, but understanding its complexities and adopting a supportive approach can make a crucial difference, guiding teens in crisis towards recovery and a more hopeful future. This article explores why teens self-harm, the signs to look out for, how to offer effective support, and the critical role of GPs in addressing the issue.
21/02/2023
Dr Pavan Joshi
Consultant General Adult and Liaison Psychiatrist
How can unresolved trauma affect wellbeing?
Revered consultant psychiatrist Dr Pavan Joshi explains how living with unresolved trauma can impact our ability to socialise and develop and sheds light on how a trauma-informed approach to mental health care can benefit wellbeing in this informative article.
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07/01/2020
Dr Nikki Scheiner
Psychologist
Self-esteem: where does low self-belief stem from?
We spoke with top London psychologist Dr Nikki Scheiner who is the founder and clinic director of The Functional Symptoms Recovery Clinic on Harley Street, to find out what causes low self-esteem, what causes it and why it can be so detrimental.
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13/02/2019
Dr Stefania Bonaccorso
Psychiatrist
How you can help someone with suicidal feelings
All of us are capable of suffering from mental health problems, and sometimes this can lead to suicidal thoughts and feelings. These will vary in terms of their intensity and how long they last for, but if you suspect someone you know is suffering, there are things you can do and should do to help. Dr Stefania Bonaccorso, an expert psychiatrist, addresses this difficult topic and gives her advice on what to do if you are ever in a situation where someone is talking about ending their life.
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18/01/2019
Dr Edwin Ugoh
Psychiatrist
Am I depressed? Treating and identifying the signs of depression
Depression is a mood disorder characterised by low mood for a persistent amount of time, having a significant effect on your everyday life. However, treatments and therapies are available to help people struggling with depression to cope. Dr Edwin Ugoh, a leading psychiatrist, explains in detail what depression is and what can be done to beat it.
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