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Self-Injurious Behaviours in Children: Advice for Doctors from a Doctor

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Few medical professionals have experience with patients with complex behaviours like Self-Injurious Behaviours (SIB). This video features advice for paediatricians from Dr Anamaria Richardson, a paediatrician attached to the groundbreaking Self-Injurious Behaviours Clinic at BC Children's Hospital. She, a parent, and a behavioural specialist all share their experiences with SIB and how proper support can improve the lives of patients and their families.



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Additional Resources: [BC Children’s Hospital Self-Injurious Behaviours Clinic]

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Keywords Across Canada , Developmental Disabilities (DD) , Health Care , Healthcare , mental health , Parent Author/Contributor , Physical Health Problems , Self-advocate author or contributor , Severe Behaviour Problems