Role of pharmacists in supporting children and young people who self-harm

Introduction Self-harm is characterised by deliberate self-poisoning or self-injury, irrespective of the presence of suicidal intent or other motivating factors. It is a significant concern in young people in the UK, often leading to hospital admissions​​1,2​. Several studies have reported that around 13–14% of young people aged under 18 years in the UK acknowledge engaging in self-harm​​3–5​. In […]