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Suicidal thoughts and self harm
These pages offer lists of recommended resources on various themes, including books, websites, apps and more. They have been put together by members of the counselling service team: we hope they offer some useful suggestions. We have included a range of resources and, inevitably, you may find that some things are more helpful than others. Feedback is always welcome; the pages are updated on a regular basis.
A note on language: Sections are organised by theme to help you find your way to resources relevant to you. We recognise that there are many ways to describe and categorise mental health and emotional difficulties, identity and lived experience. As such, these themes are by no means definitive or exhaustive. We encourage you to explore the material here in order to find out what fits for you.
The University is not responsible for the content displayed on external links. We recommend that you seek advice from your GP if you have concerns about your mental health, or if you are experiencing a crisis please refer to our student help page for urgent support.
Please see here for information about points of contact in an emergency. If you are feeling unsafe, please don't hesitate to reach out for support.
Read
Books
How I stayed alive when my brain was trying to kill me: One Person’s Guide to Suicide Prevention - Susan Rose Blauner (Bodleian e:book available)
Suicide: The Forever Decision - Paul G. Quinnett, PhD
Choosing to Live: how to defeat suicide through cognitive therapy - Thomas E. Ellis PsyD and Cory F. Newman PhD
Out of the Nightmare: Recovery From Depression And Suicidal Pain - David L. Conroy, PhD
Websites
Self Harm
Where to get help for self-harm - NHS
Suicidal Thoughts
Self-harm | Advice for young people | Get help - YoungMinds
Papyrus - Suicide Prevention Charity
Self-Help - The Students Against Depression
SHOUT - Text-based support
Listen
Our Mental Wellness Series organised by the Experimental Psychology Department at Oxford University
A series of talks and presentations developed by the Oxford University Counselling Service
Learn
Workshops
Workshops and Groups - University of Oxford
There are several groups and workshops that may be appropriate for addressing difficulties that culminate in thoughts around suicide or self-harm, please see our Workshops and Groups website or speak with a counsellor if you’d like to know more.
- My Safety Plan
- Managing Self-Harm
Self -help body oriented techniques to self soothe and relieve tension
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy Tools
Apps
StayAlive - Suicide Prevention