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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

1/2) We LOVE hearing how our Self-Harm Awareness Training helps people day-to-day💙 These words are from someone who works for The City of Edinburgh Council Foster Carers. They completed our 3-hour Self-Harm Awareness training earlier this month. Are you interested in Self-Harm Awareness training?

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Scottish Recovery Network @scotrecoverynet.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Looking to build your confidence and skills in offering peer support? We have free practice guides bring together practical advice, ideas and guidance on creating safe spaces, exploring safety and risk, and so much more! 🔗: bit.ly/CHPSResources #PeerSupportScot #MentalHealth #Recovery

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Exciting Senior Manager opportunity alert 📣 We're currently recruiting for: Programme Manager, Self-Harm. This kind of opportunity doesn't come up often! If you are interested, you can find out more here 👇 bit.ly/3VgLVnh Closing date for applications: Wednesday, 7th October. #JobsInScotland

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

1/2) Our latest Impact Report shows that 734 support conversations took place on our Live Chat between April 2025 & March 2026. This webchat service is for people in Scotland (aged 12+) in need of more immediate support for their self-harm and distress.

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Scottish Recovery Network @scotrecoverynet.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

🧩 Have you explored the Peer2Peer toolbox yet? Bringing together practical resources, activities, session plans and guidance, the toolbox supports peer workers to learn, reflect and develop their practice. 👉Take a look: bit.ly/Peer2PeerToo... #Peer2Peer #PeerSupportScot

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

✨ We have just published our latest Impact Report. The report contains key information about how Self-Harm Network Scotland has helped people who self-harm between April 2025 – March 2026 💙 You can read the Impact Report here 👇 selfharmnetworkscotland.org.uk/our-impact/

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

In the coming weeks, we'll share some highlights from Self-Harm Network Scotland's latest Impact Report, which will be published soon. We’re looking forward to sharing key strengths, how we are continuing to learn and develop, and how we centre lived experience in everything that we do 💙

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Here's Chris and Frankee at Suicide Prevention Scotland's Men & Boys Network event last week 💙 Chris, Self-Harm Network Scotland Peer Practitioner, spoke about our #InConversationpodcast and played some clips to facilitate discussion around men & barriers to help-seeking. #SelfHarmSupport

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Self-care isn't just bubble baths and incense. For Chris, one of our fab Peer Practitioners and #InConversationpodcast panellist, self-care involves: - Taking his dog for a walk - Lifting weights in the gym - Listening to heavy metal music What do you do for self-care? #NationalWellnessMonth

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

The biggest thing that helped Shawn when they started 1:1 support with us was that "there was no blame or shame". All of our Peer Practitioners have lived experience of self-harm. That means a lot to supported people like Shawn. Read Shawn's Story here: selfharmnetworkscotland.org.uk/shawns-story/

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Shawn's Story - Self-Harm Network Scotland Penumbra

Shawn shares their recovery story with us.

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Penumbra Mental Health @penumbra-scot.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

A huge congratulations on reaching 7,000+ people across Scotland! 💜 This is an incredible achievement and a testament to the importance of raising awareness, reducing stigma, and building understanding around self-harm. We're proud to support this vital work. #PenumbraMentalHealth #SHNS

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

📣 We have officially provided Self-Harm Awareness Training to over 7,000 people in Scotland. Our free training helps people improve their understanding of self-harm, raises awareness and helps to reduce stigma around self-harm💙 #SelfHarmAwareness #SelfHarmSupport #Scotland

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Are you worried about someone who self-harms? Find helpful information on the 'I am worried' section of our website, including: - Tips about how to look after yourself - Tips about how to start a conversation about self-harm 🔗 selfharmnetworkscotland.org.uk/i-am-worried/ #SelfHarmAwareness

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Our Practice Development Lead Frankee was at the launch of @scotrecoverynet.bsky.social 's new Peer2Peer course last Tuesday ✨ Frankee said: "I congratulate Scottish Recovery Network on the impressive & innovative work they have undertaken in helping shape the future of peer work across Scotland."

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Do you need support with your own self-harm? The 'I need support' section of our website contains information and tools, which can be useful for self-guided support & learning 👇 selfharmnetworkscotland.org.uk/i-need-support/ #SelfHarmSupport #SelfHarmAwareness #Scotland

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Scottish Recovery Network @scotrecoverynet.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

🎙️ Peer support starts with listening. @shnscotland.bsky.social's In Conversation series explores self-harm through lived experience, peer support and research, encouraging open, compassionate conversations and greater understanding: selfharmnetworkscotland.org.uk/inconversati... #FilmFriday

Four people sit in chairs around a small wooden table with microphones in front of them, participating in a podcast.

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

From the first call with Self-Harm Network Scotland's Peer Practitioner, Shawn instantly felt safe and heard, without any judgement. Shawn has now stopped self-harming and feels in a much better place 💙 Read Shawn's Story here 👇 selfharmnetworkscotland.org.uk/shawns-story/ #SelfHarmAwareness

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Shawn's Story - Self-Harm Network Scotland Penumbra

Shawn shares their recovery story with us.

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

How do you know if you should get support for your self-harming behaviours? Episode 4 of our In Conversation podcast offers helpful advice about: - How to recognise whether you should get support - What you can do to support yourself - What good self-harm support looks like

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

✨ Remote Volunteering opportunity✨ Our volunteers support our staff to operate an online web chat that's there to support people who self-harm. The Live Chat operates between 6pm-10pm, 7 days a week. Apply by Monday, 20th July👇 bit.ly/441Vis9 #VolunteerScotland #Scotland

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Parents, carers, family and friends of someone who self harms often have a lot of questions 💙 ℹ️ The Self-Harm FAQ's on our website cover some of the most frequently asked questions that we hear. Check it out here👇 selfharmnetworkscotland.org.uk/faq-parents/ #SelfHarmSupport #SelfHarmAwareness

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Self-Harm FAQ's for Parents - Self-Harm Network Scotland Penumbra

These Self-Harm FAQ's cover some of the most frequently asked questions that we hear.

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

📣 Opportunity: Self-Harm Network Volunteers. We are looking to expand our team of volunteers. As a volunteer, you will support our staff to operate an online web chat that is there to support people who self-harm 💙 Get more info & apply here👇 bit.ly/441Vis9 #SelfHarmSupport #Scotland

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

All 5 episodes of our #InConversationpodcast are available now 🎧 This podcast focuses on men's experiences of self-harm, but the content is for absolutely everyone 💙 Watch on our website, or listen wherever you get your podcasts👇 selfharmnetworkscotland.org.uk/inconversation/ #SelfHarmAwareness

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In Conversation - Self-Harm Network Scotland Penumbra

Self-Harm Network Scotland's new 'In Conversation' podcast explores self-harm with a focus on how it affects men in particular.

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

It can be really difficult when someone you care about is self-harming 🩵 We want to make sure that loved ones of people who self-harm get the right information & support. Please complete our short, anonymous survey to tell us what support and resources would be useful for you👇 bit.ly/40JlW7g

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

🎧 The final episode of our In Conversation podcast is out now! In the season finale, our guests share one take-away from the series for us to think about. So, what’s in everyone’s envelope? ✉️ #InConversationpodcast #SelfHarmAwareness #SelfHarmSupport #PeerSupportScot #Scotland

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Being a man is whatever you make it. Here's a sneak-peek of the the final episode of our #InConversationpodcast 🎧 Keep your eyes peeled for Episode 5, which is out tomorrow! #SelfHarmSupport #SelfHarmAwareness #SelfHarmNetworkScotland #Scotland

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

After getting 1:1 #selfharmsupport from one of our Peer Practitioners, Peter realised there are other ways to manage his mental health. Thanks to Peter for sharing his recovery story this #MensHealthWeek 🙏 Read Peter's Story here👇 selfharmnetworkscotland.org.uk/peters-story/ #SelfHarmAwareness

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Peter's Story

Peter shares his recovery story with us.

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Episode 4 of our new In Conversation podcast is out now! In this episode, we talk about how men can access support, what support for self-harm actually looks like, and what things individuals who self-harm can do to support themselves 💙 #MensHealthWeek #SelfHarmAwareness #SelfHarmSupport #Scotland

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Self-care isn't just bubble baths and incense. The next episode of In Conversation is all about Moving Forward. Look out for Episode 4 tomorrow! #SelfHarmSupport #SelfHarmAwareness #InConversationpodcast #Scotland

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Our Practice Development Lead Frankee (and In Conversation podcast host🎧) is on the #IsleofLewis this week delivering #SelfHarmAwareness training for Action for Children representatives. She is also hoping to drop in to various other support organisations, so please do say hi when you see her☺️

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

🔊 Episode 3 of our new In Conversation podcast is out now! In this episode, our awesome podcast team identify some of the barriers facing men who self-harm. What might stop men from asking for help for self-harm, and what might stop men from getting help?

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Chris talks about how he used self-harm to try and communicate that he was in distress. Episode 3 of our new #InConversationpodcast is out tomorrow! Catch up on the first 2 episodes here, or listen wherever you get your podcasts👇 selfharmnetworkscotland.org.uk/inconversation/ #SelfHarmAwareness

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Thanks to @thirdforcenews.bsky.social for letting us shout out about our new In Conversation podcast🙌

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

Episode 2 of our new In Conversation podcast is out now! In this episode, we look at men's experiences of self-harm, the differences & similarities that there may be compared to a woman's experience, or someone who identifies as non-binary.

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

💡 In Episode 2 of our #InConversationpodcast, Dr Amy Chandler from @edinburgh-uni.bsky.social talks about the differences between how people respond to men and women who self-harm. Watch out for the full episode which is out on Tuesday. #SelfHarmAwareness #SelfHarmSupport #Scotland

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

Thanks to our friends @scotrecoverynet.bsky.social for featuring our peer support service in their recent 'The Future Is Peer' Insight Report😍

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

The first episode of our In Conversation podcast is out now! In Episode 1, Frankee, Chris, Dylan and Amy talk about what self-harm actually is, particularly thinking about men 💙 Watch on our website, and listen wherever you get your podcasts👇 selfharmnetworkscotland.org.uk/inconversation

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Here's a sneak-peak from episode 1 of our new podcast 🎧 The podcast explores self-harm, looking at how it affects men in particular. Look out for the full episode which is out this week...👀 Find out more about the In Conversation podcast here👇 selfharmnetworkscotland.org.uk/inconversation/

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

We're excited to be launching a new podcast series next week 🎧 The podcast explores self-harm with a focus on how it affects men in particular. Here's podcast host Frankee with more info👇 youtu.be/kiO3-xiRv6k Watch this space for more info coming soon...👀 #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

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Introducing Self-Harm Network Scotland's new 'In Conversation' podcast series

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Throughout May, some of our team are doing the Self-Care Challenge💙 Frankee, our Practice Development Lead, created a Zine for Day 3 of the challenge ('Do something creative') and has kindly shared some pictures... We LOVE seeing your creativity in action, Frankee😍 #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

✨New Recovery Story✨ "If you self-harm and need support, I think you should just give Self-Harm Network Scotland a go. It’s a free service and you are guaranteed to get something out of it." Read Morgan's Story here 👇 selfharmnetworkscotland.org.uk/morgans-story/ #SelfHarmSupport #Scotland

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Morgan's Story - Self-Harm Network Scotland Penumbra

Morgan shares her recovery story with us.

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

Our Live Chat is there for people who self-harm and need support🫶 The Live Chat team are volunteers & Peer Practitioners who all have lived experience of self-harm. It's a safe place. The Live Chat is available on our website every evening: 6pm - 10pm. www.youtube.com/shorts/ReSUu... #Scotland

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Adriana talks about Self-Harm Network Scotland's Live Chat

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

Here's why we provide #SelfHarmAwareness training: ➡️ To help improve understanding of self-harm ➡️ To reduce stigma around self-harm This kind of training feedback is exactly why we do what we do...Thank you!☺️ Find out more about our free Self-Harm Awareness training here👇 bit.ly/4d1XVgD

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

It's understandable to be worried about a loved one who self-harms. We're keen to hear from family members, or friends of people who self-harm so that we can continue to develop our loved ones support offer. What kind of support would be useful for you? Tell us in this survey👇 bit.ly/40JlW7g

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

April is #StressAwarenessMonth and we asked our team to share their stress-busters, because, let's face it, we all get stressed 🫂 💙 Thanks to Frankee Fouin, our Practice Development Lead, for sharing her tips for tackling stress - focusing on her breathing, and learning to accept help.

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Scottish Recovery Network @scotrecoverynet.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

Thanks to Third Force News for this news item about our new 10-year strategic plan - Catalysts for Change. tfn.scot/news/new-pla... #MHRecovery2036

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New plan to transform Scotland’s mental health system - TFN

Scottish Recovery Network launches new ten-year strategy.

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 06/04/2026

💡 Vacancy: Self-Harm Network Scotland Training Officer The successful candidate will develop and deliver informative and engaging Self-Harm Awareness training, and join a super passionate team 💙 Find out more about the role and apply here: bit.ly/4tgXGpA #JobsInScotland #SelfHarmAwareness

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

If you self-harm and need support, we're here to help 💙 Our Peer Practitioners offer remote 1-1 support via video call, phone call, or text to anyone aged 12+ in #Scotland If you feel you need support, just complete this contact form on our website👇 selfharmnetworkscotland.org.uk/contact-us/

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Self-Harm Network Scotland @shnscotland.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

This sounds like the perfect event for people in #Shetland interested in strengthening peer support locally👇

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