Understanding & Supporting Autistic People Who Self-Harm

Self-harm is very frightening and upsetting to observe in loved ones. Why do so many autistic people self-harm, and what can be done to help? In this talk, Dr Rachel Moseley (Principal Academic in Psychology, Bournemouth University) will draw on lived experience and her research to discuss:

• What is self-harm?

• What's the difference between suicidal and non-suicidal self-harm, and does this difference matter?

• How common is self-harm in autistic people, and what does it look like?

• Why do autistic people self-harm?

• How should we support autistic people who self-harm?

Slides, references and CPD certificates will be available to attendees along with a recording to watch again for up to 30 days afterwards.

About Dr Rachel Moseley

Dr Rachel Moseley completed her PhD in cognitive neuroscience at Cambridge University and is now a Principle Academic at Bournemouth University.

Rachel's researched is centred on autism and the challenges autistic people face during adulthood. One particular area of study is the issues around late-diagnosis, the burden of camouflaging and stigma, aging, and lifespan transition points such as menopause.

Rachel has a passion for increasing the acceptance of neurodivergent minds through public engagement, and improving life for autistic people through my consultancy work and engagement with policy-makers.

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