Nonsuicidal Self-Injury

Individuals sometimes turn to nonsuicidal self-injury (NNSSI) to stop bad feelings or to just simply generate a sense of feelings. However, research regarding childhood abuse potentially leading to NSSI is scarce. Weinrich and colleagues wanted to look at two PTSD side effect clusters as potential systems through which childhood abuse may being related to NSSI (Weinrich & Nock, 2008). The study included 86 adolescents who were primarily female Caucasians who had shown signs of childhood abuse. Sole purpose of this study was to examine correlated of the presence and frequency of NSSI. Therefore, both self-injurers and non-injurers were included in this study. It was hypothesized that individuals who had experienced childhood abuse may engage

Whereas this support may includes confession of NSSI behavior, other times more general forms of support are key in cessation. Though disclosure and conversation of NSSI behavors were most likely to be with the self-injurers’ peers or significant others, it was shown that these conversations were least likely to be effective and helpful. On the other hand, conversation with professionals and parents, though less likely to be initiated by self-injurers, were more expected to be perceived as helpful. Though more research is needed in this area, this study suggests that disclosure to at least one trusted adult may be helpful for NSSI

Alesia is a 14-year-old Caucasian female. She resides with her mother and is an only child. Alesia does not have a relationship with her father as she indicated he is a sociopath and abusive. She has ½ brother and a ½ sister, but does not have any communication. She was observed to be healthy, clean, and no marks or bruises visible. Alesia denied being touched inappropriately. She takes Adderall 30 mg for ADHD, birth control to regular her period, and Melotin to sleep.

Since returning back home Marcus has made several attempts to harm himself. Marcus has had thoughts of wanting to harm self. Per Marcus he does not have any control over his bad thoughts. Per Marcus, his thoughts of self-harm is triggered, by feelings, being alone, anger, being punished and not getting what he wants. Per Marcus he would like not to have bad thoughts and he is afraid that he will end up hurting himself. Per mom Marcus continues to have aggressive behavior in the home and fight with his younger brother. Per mom since being back home Marcus has not made or attempted to set fire to house. Per mom Marcus’s behaviors have increased over the past few months, with several episodes of extreme aggressiveness and suicidal attempts, threats

Non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) is a behavioral problem that happens when a person intentionally harms themselves repeatably by damaging and mutilating skin by cutting, burning, or hitting, etc., without the purpose of committing suicide. NSSI was often viewed as a symptom of personality disorder, like borderline personality disorder since it involved self-injury behavior that would lead to suicide (Zetterqvist, 2015). However, in recent studies, people who did non-suicidal self-injury did not have borderline personality disorder (Zetterqvist, 2015). The issue revolving around NSSI is the fact that even though NSSI is done without the intentions of committing suicide, studies have shown that the behavioral problem is a possible risk factor

Non-suicidal self-injury is considered “non-suicidal” in its intention because the actions aren’t done with intent to die, they are done with intent to comfort ones self. According to the Bullying and Self Directed Violence Fact Sheet, those who use NSSI have an “emotional significance” to their actions or “no emotional attachment” at all, therefore the actions seem to be done with the intent to manage or subdue emotion (Curtis, 2015). The fact sheet also discusses NSSI as being used as a way of relieving “anxiety, depression, (and) internal turmoil” (Curtis, 2015). On the contrary, NSSI could be considered a risk factor for suicide because I’m sure some of the risk factors for NSSI and suicide overlap. Also, an individual might use NSSI for

On the one hand, NSSI is defined as a behavior where one intentionally inflicts physical harm, usually causing tissue damage, to his/her own body without the intent to die. The most common form of NSSI is self-cutting, but other forms include burning, bone breaking, hitting, hair pulling, and other similar behaviors also qualify. On the other hand, suicidal behavior is any action that

One of the ethico-legal issue related in this scenario, is the potential risk of self-harm or others due to fleeting thoughts of suicide which a major indication that Tracey needs help and serious interventions to help her cope the current situations of her life. The children safety is at risk. It is mandatory to all healthcare workers to report children who are in danger or risk of being neglected to Department of Community Service which their main function is to support vulnerable families and keep the children and young people safe from abuse and neglect. Further assessment is necessary because it is the duty of care of the nurse to refer Tracey to Social Worker to further investigate the safety of the children.

I always feel that when self harm is involved and it is a minor you should always disclose even if the minor doesn't want it. I know they have right and confidentiality, but If I were that parent I would want to know because if something like a suicide attempt were to occur at least I was aware there was an issue. I however am looking at it as a parent as counselor I still would have to go with my gut on that, because it is a minor and the parents can essentially be on suicide watch and hopefully prevent and

People that harm themselves may feel very lonely or disconnected and need a shoulder to cry on or someone to listen. Another misconception is that those who self-harm are suicidal. Although this can be the case and prolonged self-harm can increase a person’s risk for suicide and suicidal thoughts, most of the time self-harm is used as a way of coping. Some believe that only teenagers self-harm but this habit can continue into adulthood as well. Self-harm has many addictive qualities due to the fact that every time you harm yourself your body releases endorphins. Telling someone to stop hurting him or herself is like telling a person who drinks coffee every day to just stop. Chances are they

Throughout life almost everyone wants to be or is in a romantic relationship. There is always the hope that one day you will find that person that you want to be with and possibly spend the rest of your life with. The thought of finding that one person who complements you in numerous ways is thrilling for most people. However, people do not realize all of the work a relationship takes nor how many different factors can play a part in a relationship; how you were raised and what gender you are can dictate how attached you can be during any form of relationship.

There are many reasons that people self-harm, Klonsky (2006) highlighted seven reasons people may do this; to stop negative moods, to alleviate the feeling of depersonalization, to stop themselves from committing suicide, to punish themselves, to give themselves the feeling of excitement, to give themselves more autonomy or a feeling of self and also he says that it may be to seek help from or manipulate others. This last point is one that may affect the way people are treated and cause stigma and discrimination if it is assumed this is why people have engaged in

A few days ago I noticed some cuts on my 15 year old daughters wrists. I believe that she is choosing to self harm. She comes from a good family with two loving parents who are still married, she seems to have a good group of friends and goes to a great school. Why would she be doing this and how should I approach the subject with her?

Cutting yourself is something most people would never even think of doing, but for others, cutting may be done on a regular basis and could be considered a form of addiction. Cutting yourself may start off being an impulsive response to anger, frustration, or some other emotional feeling that you may be feeling, but often turns into a compulsive behavior that seems impossible to stop. Self-harm or cutting is more common than people may think. It occurs when no one else is around and most people will hide the marks under clothing or jewelry. It is not something as visual as someone with a drug or alcohol addiction.

NSSI behavior is on the rise and is more prevalent among our youth today; due to images, other teens upload on the internet. Today many teens are accessing self-harm images and content on the World Wide Web, through YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram. The images are of the cuts and burns that others have inflicted on themselves, while others are of diagrams depicting where to cut, that parents and teachers will not notice. Some teens will use self-injury to try to relieve their feelings of anxiety and pressures they are feeling in their lives. According to Caitlin Dewey, in an article from The Washington Post, an issue with internet sites is that they promote the activity as normal and healthy, therefore encouraging teens to continue injuring