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what does NSSI stand for
Nonsuicidal Self-injury
Which group is most at risk of self-harm?
Adolescents
(impulsivity?)
which personality disorder is more associated with self harm behaviors
BPD (Borderline Personality Disorder)
Can self-harm be addictive?
True
The feeling attached to self harm is addictive
what can you catch but not throw?
a cold
What percentage of self harmers use this behavior to punish themselves?
about 60%
What is the most reported reason for self-harm
physical/sexual abuse
what other activity produces endorphins in the body
(hint: is a coping strategy)
exercise
Can exercise produce the same effect as self harm?
True
what goes around the world but stays in a corner
a stamp
is self harm seen in all cultures
true
why do males most likely underreport
Stigma (weakness?)
Males are underreport physical/sexual abuse
Name a myth of self harm
free
Is their a safe amount of self injury?
False
what kind of room has no doors or windows
mushroom
why do some cultures promote emotional suppression
Cultural norm to suppress emotions (such as anger and sadness)
What are some other adverse coping strategies used by people in emotional distress
substance use
diagnosis associated with self injury
BPD
BIPOLAR
DEPRESSION
PTSD
AUTISM
risk factors associated with self-harm
Adverse childhood experiences
trauma
substance use
eating disorder
family alcohol abuse
I build bridges of silver and crowns of gold
a dentist
What are the three neurochemicals released during self harm?
Dopamine
Serotonin
Endorphins
Why is self-harm stigmatized
labeled
society projects a self harm as being attention-seeking.
A childhood disorder associated with self-harm that increases the likelihood of developing anti-social PD in adulthood
ODD (Oppositional defiant disorder)
later consequences of self-harm
guilt
shame
feelings of isolation and abandonment
a deck of cards