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ModeratePsychiatrySelf-harm – psychosocial assessmentuk-plab-1

A 21-year-old man is brought to the emergency department 2 hours after cutting his forearms superficially following an argument with his partner. The wounds have been cleaned and dressed. He denies current suicidal intent but says he often feels hopeless. What is the most appropriate next step before discharge?

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