Although friends are generally supportive, learning of NSSI may make them react negatively (i.e. due to stigma, lack of understanding) and distance themselves.
The next two themes indicate the inner motivation and engagement in patient education, which is fueled by a supportive learning environment and peer support.
This advantage is further supported by the use of small groups, which fosters a supportive learning environment in the classroom.
It also said the department had a "comprehensive framework of policies and procedures" to assist schools in creating safe and supportive learning environments.
"Our primary concern is to make sure that every child has a safe and supportive learning environment," said Jonathan Considine, a spokesman for the department.
He speaks at conferences on the topic and in 2013 won the Naace Impact Award for his commitment to ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment for the education sector.
The environment in many schools is not indicative of a secure and supportive learning space, as students can feel rejected by a curriculum that appears to be non-inclusive.
This is reflected in the scores of items 4 to 6: the flipped classroom approach fosters a supportive learning environment.
The importance of creating a supportive learning environment, both through what is said and what is communicated in other ways, is seen in several instructors' interviews.
The Basic & Clinical Medical Scholars Research program is designed to offer Stanford medical students the opportunity to perform funded bench and clinical research in a supportive learning environment.
The flipped classroom can provide more class time for the teacher; it surely can enhance classroom interactions and help create a supportive learning environment.
