Mary Magdalene House
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Mary Magdalene House is holding a class Sept. 16 on strategies to help intervene in the lives of those harming themselves.
According to Mental Health America, research indicates that self-injury occurs in approximately 5% of adults in the United States. Rates are higher among adolescents, with approximately 17% of teens reporting some form of self-injury. Studies show an even higher risk for self-injury among college students, with rates from 17 to 35 percent.
If you have a loved one struggling with self-harm, you are not alone. Join Mary Magdalene House for an evening with Dr. Jessica Kerzner Psy.D to learn how to help.
Dr. Kerzner is a child psychologist with a strong academic background and clinical experience. She will teach new interventions and a range of assessment tools and therapeutic interventions you can use right away.
The class will be at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 16 at 7201 East 4th, east of Hutchinson. Dinner will be provided, so let them know you are attending by contacting [email protected] or calling (620) 500-0014.