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Self-harm

Definition

From:

NICE Guideline NG11 - Challenging behaviour and learning disabilities: prevention and interventions for people with learning disabilities whose behaviour challenges

National Institute for Health and Care Excellence

When a person intentionally harms themselves, which can include cutting and self?poisoning. It may be an attempt at suicide.

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