Myth or Fact
Myth of Fact: Only females self-injure.
Myth: 30-40% of people who self-injure are male
_______ of teens report some form of self-injury.
(a) 4%
(b) 10%
(c) 17%
(d) 23%
(c) 17%
What are the three most common methods of self-injury?
What is self-injury?
Self-injury, also known as self-harm, self-mutilation, or self-abuse, occurs when someone intentionally and repeatedly harms themselves in a way that is impulsive and not intend to be lethal
(mhanational.org, 2022)
How long do pineapples take to grow?
2-3 years
Myth or Fact: Self-injury is a suicide attempt or failed suicide attempt
Myth
_______% of those with NSSI experience use more than one form of NSSI
(a) 23%
(b) 33%
(c) 53%
(d) 63%
Name five forms of self-injury.
Cutting, head banging/hitting, burning, excessive scratching, punching self/objects, inserting objects into body openings, drinking something harmful, breaking bones purposefully
(mhanational.org, 2022)
Name two warning signs that someone may be injuring themselves.
Unexplained frequent injuries, low self-esteem, difficulty handing feelings, relationship problems, avoidance of relationships, poor functioning at work/school/home, concealing marks/wearing weather inappropriate clothes, making excuses for injuries
(mhanational.org, 2022)
Where did Hawaiian pizza originate?
Canada
Myth or Fact: Regardless of how serious the behavior, NSSI should be taken seriously.
Fact
What is the average age of NSSI onset?
15 years-old
Hands, arms, stomach, thighs
Name three reasons people self-injure.
Feeling overwhelmed with negative emotions, emotional numbness, emotional pressure, feel in control of one's body and mind, express feelings, distract from problems, communicate needs, purify oneself, reenact a trauma in an attempt to resolve it, protect others from one's emotional pain, feels good, provides an energy rush
What two words are smashed together to create the name "spam?"
Spice and Ham
Myth or Fact: There have been documented cases of self-injury in children younger than 7-years-old
Fact
In years, what is the average duration of NSSI behaviors (from when individuals start, to when they stop)?
5 years
True or False: Self-injury may best be understood as a maladaptive coping mechanism, but one that works - at least for a while.
True
Name two factors, in clinical populations, that contribute to self-injury.
Childhood abuse/trauma, eating disorders, substance abuse, PTSD, Borderline Personality Disorder, depression, anxiety
What is a single spaghetti noodle called?
A spaghetto
_________ of the general population of NSSI users will report some suicidality.
(a) 15-20%
(b) 35-40%
(c) 50-55 %
(d) 65+%
(b) 35-40%
*65+% in clinical populations (individuals with multiple diagnosed mental illnesses)
True or False: Most self-injury researchers agree that self-injury qualifies as an addiction.
False: Most self-injury researchers agree that self-injury shows some addictive qualities and may serves as a form of self-medication for some individuals. However, it is unclear if self-injury qualifies as a true addiction.
True or False: NSSI is always classified as a symptoms of other common mental illnesses such as depression, anxiety, Borderline Personality Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, etc.
False: Some individuals with NSSI do not meet criteria for any mental illness
What vegetable has more vitamin C than oranges?
Bell peppers.