Title | The spectrum of care within a university context: the differing roles of carers in supporting students who self-harm |
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Type | Journal article |
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Authors | Edwards-Bailey, Laura, Smyth, Nina, Cartwright, Tina and Mackenzie, Jay-Marie |
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Abstract | University provides a unique context for carers and care workers; however, there is a paucity of research aimed at understanding experiences of caring, specifically for self-harm, within this setting. This article reports on 24 interviews with informal carers and professional care workers (aged 18–55 years) with experience of supporting students who self-harm during their time at a UK University. Identifying with the role of care, understanding self-harm and the challenges of providing support in a university environment were explored. Findings highlight key areas for universities and student support to address in order to support students, family members and professionals in caring roles. |
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Keywords | Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health |
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| Health Policy |
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| Sociology and Political Science |
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| Health (social science) |
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Journal | International Journal of Care and Caring |
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Journal citation | 7 (4), pp. 708-734 |
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ISSN | 2397-8821 |
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| 2397-883X |
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Year | 2023 |
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Publisher | Bristol University Press |
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Accepted author manuscript | |
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Digital Object Identifier (DOI) | https://doi.org/10.1332/239788221x16890865425257 |
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Publication dates |
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Published online | 09 Aug 2023 |
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Page range | 1-27 |
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