Characteristics and functions of non-suicidal self-injury in a community sample of adolescents

E. Lloyd‐Richardson, Elizabeth; Perrine, Nicholas; Dierker, Lisa; Lou Kelley, Mary

doi:10.1017/s003329170700027x

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Characteristics and functions of non-suicidal self-injury in a community sample of adolescents

Published in Psychological Medicine • Mar 12, 2007

Authors:

Elizabeth E. Lloyd‐Richardson

Nicholas Perrine

Lisa Dierker

Abstract

BACKGROUND: Few studies have investigated non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI), or the deliberate, direct destruction of body tissue without conscious suicidal intent, and the motivations for engaging in NSSI among adolescents. This study assessed the prevalence, associated clinical characteristics, and ...

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Psychology

Suicidal ideation

Feeling

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